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  The Internet Is Not What You...

  Justin E. H. Smith

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  An original deep history of the internet that tells the story of the centuries-old utopian dreams behind it—and explains why they have died today 
   
  Many think of the internet as an unprecedented and overwhelmingly positive achievement of modern human technology. But is it? In The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is, Justin Smith offers an original deep history of the internet, from  
  the ancient to the modern world—uncovering its surprising origins in nature and centuries-old dreams of radically improving human life by outsourcing thinking to machines and communicating across vast distances. Yet, despite the internet’s  
  continuing potential, Smith argues, the utopian hopes behind it have finally died today, killed by the harsh realities of social media, the global information economy, and the attention-destroying nature of networked technology. 
   
  Ranging over centuries of the history and philosophy of science and technology, Smith shows how the “internet” has been with us much longer than we usually think. He draws fascinating connections between internet user experience,  
  artificial intelligence, the invention of the printing press, communication between trees, and the origins of computing in the machine-driven looms of the silk industry. At the same time, he reveals how the internet’s organic structure and  
  development root it in the natural world in unexpected ways that challenge efforts to draw an easy line between technology and nature. 
   
  Combining the sweep of intellectual history with the incisiveness of philosophy, The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is cuts through our daily digital lives to give a clear-sighted picture of what the internet is, where it came from, and where it might be taking us in the coming decades.

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  Big Data for Beginners - An...

  Brian Murray

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  "Big Data for Beginners" is a comprehensive introduction to the world of big data and its various components. In this book, you will learn about the processes involved in collecting, storing, cleaning, and preprocessing large amounts of data. 
  With the rise of the digital age, companies and organizations have access to more data than ever before. However, this data is often unstructured and messy, making it difficult to analyze and draw meaningful insights from it. This is where the process of data cleaning and preprocessing comes in. 
  This book will guide you through the different tools and techniques used to clean and preprocess data, making it easier to analyze and draw insights from. You will also learn about the different types of data storage and the various technologies used to manage large datasets. 
  Whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience working with data, "Big Data for Beginners" is an essential guide to understanding the world of big data and its applications. With clear explanations and practical examples, this book will help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the exciting and ever-changing world of big data. 
   

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  Finding Voice For Authentic...

  Terry Tempest Williams

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  Terry takes us on a whirlwind tour of what it means to give voice to our own authenticity. It requires deep listening and fertile silences. She encourages us to speak “Mother Tongue” — speaking from the belly rather than the mind. 
  She laments that in Western culture “the language of economics has power, the language of the law has power, the language of science has power. But an intelligence of the heart, an emotional intelligence, or a poetic sensibility, or even a sensibility that comes from the side, from a different angle, from a different point of view, asks us to form a different kind of shape of conversation.” 
  In this delightfully warm and thoughtful program you’ll be dazzled by the mystery of Terry’s dying mother’s request for her to read her journals, but not until after her death. Terry found 3 shelves of journals only to discover all of them were blank. Puzzle along with Terry as she takes us from the Red Rock Wildlands of Utah to the Plains of Kenya in a far-reaching dialogue about finding one’s authentic voice. (hosted by Justine Willis Toms)

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  How to Save the World for Just a...

  Rowan Hooper

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  What would you do with a trillion dollars? The ultimate thought experiment opens our eyes to ten world-changing ideas within our graspIf we can come up with a trillion dollars to bail out banks, imagine what else we could do. Science journalist Rowan Hooper decided to find out, speaking with experts of all kinds about ten incredibly ambitious projects that— if realized—would secure profound, enduring benefits: trying to end global poverty, reverse climate change, extend our lifespans, refreeze the Arctic, save all endangered species, and more. Then, he dives into strategies and costs to see: How far would $1 trillion really go? You’ll have to read on to learn which project he concludes would do the most good . . . but the biggest surprise is how many astonishing advances are actually within our grasp—if we dare to reach for them.

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  Survival Water Wisdom - The...

  Phoenix MacLeod

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  To keep your family’s water supply flowing when others go dry, you have found the right guide! 
  If you seek SURVIVAL WISDOM from an actual off-grid survivor to walk you through the maze of survival water decisions and essential projects, this book was written for you. 
  We can't live without water, yet many people do not consider its availability until it becomes scarce. 
  If a down-grid scenario renders your local pumping station inoperable, water problems will hit hard and fast.   
  •	Have recent media reports on clean water sourcing challenges raised your concern for your family’s water supply? 
  •	Would you like to be less dependent on your municipal water utility? 
  If you have the responsibility to provide water security for your family, gaining Survival Water Wisdom and implementing these essential projects will be one of the smartest moves you can make. 
  Packed with ingenious tips and strategies for sourcing, purifying, and storing life's most critical resource, it is the essential guide for anyone who wants to ensure a continual flow of clean, safe water in any circumstance.  
  Inside, you will discover: 
  ●	Practical and innovative ways to source water sustainably: Safely tap into the abundance of water around you to avoid being caught off guard. 
  ●	Build and maintain a rainwater catchment system: Follow step-by-step guidance to become a skilled water harvester. 
  ●	Water filtration and purification methods: Create customized solutions that work for your setting. 
  ●	The secrets of long-term water storage and conservation: Keep your water reserves safe and plentiful—when every drop counts during off-grid scenarios. 
  ●	20+ water projects (basic to advanced): Apply the ideas and examples to help ensure your water security. 
  Essentially, gaining Survival Water Wisdom will be an investment in your family’s resilience and peace of mind - which will come from knowing that you and your loved ones are prepared for any water crisis. Start reading and preparing now!

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  Breaking the Stigma - Racism the...

  Charlena Berry

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  Stigma is a process by which the reaction of others spoils normal identity.—Erving GoffmanAs a cannabis retailer, you face the same challenges as every business today, but there are more obstacles for you than the local brick-and-mortar shops or dominating online stores. Being successful means creating a customer experience fueled by a thorough understanding of the consumer. For retailers in the still newly forming cannabis industry, this knowledge only comes from breaking through barriers of a deeply ingrained stigma—one with catastrophic consequences. In Breaking the Stigma, Fortune 500 business executive Charlena Berry provides a framework for becoming a prosperous cannabis retailer, showing you how to overcome your product’s negative connotations and impart vital, need-to-know truths about your industry. With first-hand experience with the devastating opioid endemic, Charlena’s fight for cannabis’s legitimacy is a personal one. She shares decades of business insight to show you how to gain market share using traditional retail strategies to improve the customer experience and ultimately gain profitability. Insure your business and product sustainability and be part of the solution to society’s deadliest problem with this emotionally driven, fact-based strategy for long-term success.

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