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Melville House
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"Perhaps we were too distracted by the pandemic, or the endless financial crises, or the rise of TikTok. But under cover of them all, a new and more exploitative system has been taking hold. Insane sums of money that were supposed to re-float our economies after the crash of 2008 went to big tech instead. With it they funded the construction of their private cloud fiefdoms and privatized the internet. Technofeudalism says Yanis Varoufakis, is the...
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Online romance fraud is a problem across the globe. It causes financial and emotional devastation, yet many people refuse to take it seriously. This is the story of one middle-aged woman in a cardigan determined to understand this growing phenomenon. No other woman has had so many online romances--from Keanu Reeves to Brad Pitt to Prince William--and Becky Holmes is a favourite among peacekeeping soldiers and oil rig workers who desperately need iTunes...
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Math has a reputation for being inaccessible. People think that it requires a special gift or that comprehension is a matter of genes. Yet the greatest mathematicians throughout history, from Rene Descartes to Alexander Grothendieck, have insisted that this is not the case. Like Albert Einstein, who famously claimed to have "no special talent," they said that they had accomplished what they did using ordinary human doubts, weaknesses, curiosity, and...
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FELIPE CHAVARRO POLANÍA INC
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2024
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Español
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En este fascinante libro electrónico nos sumergimos en el futuro de la humanidad, arrojando luz sobre la profunda influencia que la tecnología ejerce en nuestra sociedad. Descubra las provocadoras ideas y los reveladores análisis que se presentan, que nos preparan para navegar por el dinámico terreno tecnológico.
La narrativa nos impulsa a través de los avances científicos y tecnológicos,
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An essential introduction and guide to navigating the next Internet revolution-everything from the metaverse and NFTs to DAOs, decentralized finance, and self-sovereign identity, from the co-author of the international bestseller Blockchain Revolution.
The Web, and with it the Internet, are entering a new age. We've moved from the "Read-only Web," which had little functionality for interacting with content, to the "Read-Write Web," which offered seemingly...
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What Does God Think about Technology?
From smartphones to self-driving cars to space travel, new technologies can inspire us. But the breakneck pace of change can also frighten us. So how do Christians walk by faith through the innovations of Silicon Valley? And how does God relate to our most powerful innovators?
To build a biblical theology of technology, journalist and tech optimist Tony Reinke examines nine key texts from Scripture to show how...
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The riveting true story of one of Canada's worst mining disasters, told in the voices of the men who survived it
They said it was the world's deepest and most dangerous coal mine. Those who made that claim were probably correct. What is certain is that in October 1958, the Dominion Steel and Coal Corporation's No. 2 colliery at Springhill, Nova Scotia, was a leading candidate for both those dubious distinctions. The mine was the proverbial "disaster...
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The hidden role of fungi inside and all around us
From beneficial yeasts that aid digestion to toxic molds that cause disease, we are constantly navigating a world filled with fungi. Molds, Mushrooms, and Medicines explores the amazing ways fungi interact with our bodies, showing how our health and well-being depend on an immense ecosystem of yeasts and molds inside and all around us.
Nicholas Money takes readers on a guided
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"Conversational AI: Exploring the Power of ChatGPT" delves into the revolutionary realm of AI-driven communication. Authored by experts in the field, this ebook unlocks the potential of ChatGPT, a cutting-edge conversational AI model developed by OpenAI. Readers will discover how ChatGPT transforms interactions, enhances customer service, and streamlines processes across various industries through insightful discussions and practical examples. Whether...
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(Autorenlesung)Ein neuer und frischer Blick auf unsere Welt im Wandel
Für Ranga Yogeshwar ist die eigene unmittelbare Erfahrung entscheidend. Aus dieser Sicht blickt der bekannte Wissenschaftsjournalist auf eine zunehmend globalere Welt, die digitalen Umbrüche oder die Veränderungen der Medien, betrachtet die neue Rolle der Frau oder den Wert alter Kulturgüter. In dieser Welt des Umbruchs gibt es durchaus besorgniserregende Entwicklungen. In einigen...
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Das Hörbuch zum Kinofilm 1943 stellt das Langley Memorial Aeronautical Laboratory der NACA,die später zur NASA wird, erstmalig afroamerikanische Frauen ein. "Menschliche Rechner" - unter ihnen Dorothy Vaughan, die 1953 Vorgesetzte der brillanten afroamerikanischen Mathematikerin Katherine Johnson wird. Trotz Diskriminierung und Vorurteilen, treiben sie die Forschungen der NASA voran und Katherine Johnsons Berechnungen werden maßgeblich für den...
12) Time Bomb
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There is a huge bomb that is ticking down to the moment when it must go off and it's right underneath your feet. This almost unseen Time Bomb is so massive that it will kill every man woman, child, dog, cat, birds, insects, donkeys, horses, all the fish in the sea, the whales, the dolphins, plankton, trees, plants, flowers and every other thing that lives here on this planet.
Time is ticking away and so I thought I'd better warn everyone. But there's...
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Robert Zubrin, world-renowned space authority and founding president of the Mars Society, taps today's newest science and most dogged research to foretell in astounding detail the brave, new Martian civilization we will achieve when (not if!) humankind colonizes MarsWhen Robert Zubrin published his classic book The Case for Mars a quarter century ago, setting foot on the Red Planet seemed a fantasy. Today, manned exploration is certain, and as Zubrin...
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"How does climate change make you feel? Sad? Afraid? Powerless? Guilty? Manage your eco-anxiety with this helpful guide. Drawing on years of experience as a psychoanalyst, Anouchka Grose shares cutting-edge insights on how to manage your eco-anxiety. Find out how to validate your emotions and build your resilience. Discover the comfort that can be found in your community. Understand and face your eco-anxiety with ten accessible steps. A "toolkit"...
15) Unlocking the Secrets of Mindmeld: Strategies and Techniques for Enhanced Learning and Cognitive
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MindMeld: Unlocking the Secrets of Conscious Transformation is a comprehensive guide that delves into the vast realm of the mind and its incredible potential for personal and spiritual growth. This transformative journey begins with an introduction to MindMeld, uncovering its meaning and rich history. We then embark on an exploration of the mind itself, unraveling its power and understanding how it works in perfect harmony with the body. As we delve...
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"WordPress Design and Development" is a comprehensive guide that explores the process of creating and customizing websites using the WordPress platform. It covers both the design and development aspects, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced web designers and developers.
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MindMeld: Journey of Inner Transformation is a comprehensive guide designed to support beginners in their pursuit of personal growth and self-discovery. This transformative journey takes individuals on a powerful exploration of their mind, emotions, and soul, empowering them to embrace positive change and cultivate a profound connection with their inner self. The book unfolds in a step-by-step format, ensuring that beginners navigate this remarkable...
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This updated go-to resource offers guidance on how to manage technology policies across a school community, secure funding and facilitate training for the educators and leaders you support.
Technology coordinators and facilitators must be able to navigate the complexities of a school community's technology needs and serve a variety of individuals, including students, teachers and administrators. With its detailed, practical approach, The Technology...
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Azure Essentials: Mastering Microsoft Azure for Cloud Computing is the ultimate guide for beginners to unlock the full potential of Azure, Microsoft's comprehensive cloud computing platform. Whether you are an aspiring cloud professional, an IT practitioner, or a business owner looking to leverage Azure's capabilities, this book provides an accessible introduction and a step-by-step approach to mastering the fundamentals of Azure. This essential resource...
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Embark on an enthralling expedition into the heart of Nepal's technological evolution with "Digital Peaks." This captivating book unveils the dynamic landscape where tradition meets innovation, taking readers on a journey through the highs and valleys of the Himalayan nation's digital transformation.
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