Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution - 25th Anniversary Edition

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution - 25th Anniversary Edition

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The 25th Anniversary Edition of Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution by Steven Levy revisits the captivating journey through the early years of the computer revolution. Levy delves into the lives and contributions of some of the most influential figures in the hacker community from the 1950s through the 1980s. This book explores the culture and ethos of hackers, highlighting their shared passion for exploring digital frontiers, their creative ingenuity, and their collaborative yet competitive spirit. It is organized into three parts: the early days at MIT, the advent of hardware hackers in Northern California, and the rise of game hackers. In this edition, Levy also addresses the evolution of the hacker ethic and its lasting impact on the digital world and broader culture.

In The Plex: How Google Thinks, Works, and Shapes Our Lives

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

In The Plex: How Google Thinks, Works, and Shapes Our Lives

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“In The Plex: How Google Thinks, Works, and Shapes Our Lives” by Steven Levy delves into the history and inner workings of Google, one of the most influential and successful technology companies in the world. The book explores Google’s early days, its corporate culture, core technologies, and its impact on the internet and broader society. Levy provides insights into Google’s innovative approaches to search, advertising, and product development while examining the company’s ambitious projects like Android, YouTube, and the controversial Google Book Search initiative. Through extensive interviews and research, Levy offers a detailed narrative on how Google’s founders, Sergey Brin and Larry Page, created a culture of perpetual innovation.

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Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution - 25th Anniversary Edition

Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution - 25th Anniversary Edition

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In The Plex: How Google Thinks, Works, and Shapes Our Lives

In The Plex: How Google Thinks, Works, and Shapes Our Lives

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