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Slaves of the Machine – The Quickening of Computer Technology (Bradford Books)

SKU: 9780262181839

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Discover the fascinating world of computers with “Slaves of the Machine” by Gregory J. E. Rawlins. This accessible guide, perfect for newcomers, demystifies the technology shaping our lives. Rawlins, author of “Moths to the Flame,” explores the fundamental questions: What are computers? How are they built? How do we communicate with them and program them? He delves into the capabilities and limitations of machines, even pondering the nature of artificial thought. From the birth and evolution of computers to their future potential as of 1997, this book offers an engaging, anecdotal journey into the heart of computer technology. Uncover what computers can do for us, and what they can do to us, in this insightful exploration from The Bookish Owl.

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Description

  • Print length: 142 pages
  • Language: English
  • Publisher: MIT Press
  • Publication date: 2 July 1997
  • Reading age: 18 years and up
  • Dimensions: 16.51 x 1.91 x 24.13 cm
  • ISBN-10: 0262181835
  • ISBN-13: 978-0262181839