Wizards Of Technology
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The Wizards Of Langley
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Author : Jeffrey T. Richelson
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2008-11-10
The Wizards Of Langley written by Jeffrey T. Richelson and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-11-10 with History categories.
In this, the first full-length study of the Directorate of Science and Technology, Jeffrey T. Richelson walks us down the corridors of CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia, and through the four decades of science, scientists, and managers that produced the CIA we have today. He tells a story of amazing technological innovation in service of intelligence gathering, of bitter bureaucratic infighting, and sometimes, as in the case of its "mind-control" adventure, of stunning moral failure. Based on original interviews and extensive archival research, The Wizards of Langley turns a piercing lamp on many of the agency's activities, many never before made public.
Where Wizards Stay Up Late
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Author : Matthew Lyon
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 1999-08-19
Where Wizards Stay Up Late written by Matthew Lyon and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-08-19 with Social Science categories.
Twenty five years ago, it didn't exist. Today, twenty million people worldwide are surfing the Net. Where Wizards Stay Up Late is the exciting story of the pioneers responsible for creating the most talked about, most influential, and most far-reaching communications breakthrough since the invention of the telephone. In the 1960's, when computers where regarded as mere giant calculators, J.C.R. Licklider at MIT saw them as the ultimate communications devices. With Defense Department funds, he and a band of visionary computer whizzes began work on a nationwide, interlocking network of computers. Taking readers behind the scenes, Where Wizards Stay Up Late captures the hard work, genius, and happy accidents of their daring, stunningly successful venture.
The Wizard And The Prophet
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Author : Charles C. Mann
language : en
Publisher: Vintage
Release Date : 2018-01-23
The Wizard And The Prophet written by Charles C. Mann and has been published by Vintage this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-23 with Science categories.
From the best-selling, award-winning author of 1491 and 1493--an incisive portrait of the two little-known twentieth-century scientists, Norman Borlaug and William Vogt, whose diametrically opposed views shaped our ideas about the environment, laying the groundwork for how people in the twenty-first century will choose to live in tomorrow's world. In forty years, Earth's population will reach ten billion. Can our world support that? What kind of world will it be? Those answering these questions generally fall into two deeply divided groups--Wizards and Prophets, as Charles Mann calls them in this balanced, authoritative, nonpolemical new book. The Prophets, he explains, follow William Vogt, a founding environmentalist who believed that in using more than our planet has to give, our prosperity will lead us to ruin. Cut back! was his mantra. Otherwise everyone will lose! The Wizards are the heirs of Norman Borlaug, whose research, in effect, wrangled the world in service to our species to produce modern high-yield crops that then saved millions from starvation. Innovate! was Borlaug's cry. Only in that way can everyone win! Mann delves into these diverging viewpoints to assess the four great challenges humanity faces--food, water, energy, climate change--grounding each in historical context and weighing the options for the future. With our civilization on the line, the author's insightful analysis is an essential addition to the urgent conversation about how our children will fare on an increasingly crowded Earth.
The Original Wizards Of Langley
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Author : Central Agency
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2012-08-16
The Original Wizards Of Langley written by Central Agency and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-08-16 with categories.
This overview and collection of documents and other material related to the Office of Scientific Intelligence (OSI) offer a glimpse of CIA's overall contribution to the analysis of Soviet capabilities in science and technology during the Cold War. It is by no means intended to be definitive, or even complete, with respect to all the activities associated with the Agency's scientific and technological capability, analysis, and resulting report. It does, however, highlight some key events and selected activities that contribute to our understanding of the unique role OSI played in the Agency's history.
The Human Factor
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Author : Kim J. Vicente
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013-03-07
The Human Factor written by Kim J. Vicente and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-07 with Performing Arts categories.
In this incessantly readable, groundbreaking work, Vincente makes vividly clear how we can bridge the widening gap between people and technology. He investigates every level of human activity - from simple matters such as our hand-eye coordination to complex human systems such as government regulatory agencies, and why businesses would benefit from making consumer goods easier to use. He shows us why we all have a vital stake in reforming the aviation industry, the health industry, and the way we live day-to-day with technology.
The Weapon Wizards
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Author : Yaakov Katz
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date : 2017-01-31
The Weapon Wizards written by Yaakov Katz and has been published by St. Martin's Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-31 with Technology & Engineering categories.
"A lively account of Israel's evolving military prowess...if The Weapon Wizards were a novel, it would be one written by Horatio Alger; if it were a biblical allegory, it would be the story of David and Goliath." —The New York Times Book Review From drones to satellites, missile defense systems to cyber warfare, Israel is leading the world when it comes to new technology being deployed on the modern battlefield. The Weapon Wizards shows how this tiny nation of 8 million learned to adapt to the changes in warfare and in the defense industry and become the new prototype of a 21st century superpower, not in size, but rather in innovation and efficiency—and as a result of its long war experience. Sitting on the front lines of how wars are fought in the 21st century, Israel has developed in its arms trade new weapons and retrofitted old ones so they remain effective, relevant, and deadly on a constantly-changing battlefield. While other countries begin to prepare for these challenges, they are looking to Israel—and specifically its weapons—for guidance. Israel is, in effect, a laboratory for the rest of the world. How did Israel do it? And what are the military and geopolitical implications of these developments? These are some of the key questions Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot address. Drawing on a vast amount of research, and unparalleled access to the Israeli defense establishment, this book is a report directly from the front lines.
Black Software
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Author : Charlton D. McIlwain
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2019-10-01
Black Software written by Charlton D. McIlwain and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-01 with Social Science categories.
Activists, pundits, politicians, and the press frequently proclaim today's digitally mediated racial justice activism the new civil rights movement. As Charlton D. McIlwain shows in this book, the story of racial justice movement organizing online is much longer and varied than most people know. In fact, it spans nearly five decades and involves a varied group of engineers, entrepreneurs, hobbyists, journalists, and activists. But this is a history that is virtually unknown even in our current age of Google, Facebook, Twitter, and Black Lives Matter. Beginning with the simultaneous rise of civil rights and computer revolutions in the 1960s, McIlwain, for the first time, chronicles the long relationship between African Americans, computing technology, and the Internet. In turn, he argues that the forgotten figures who worked to make black politics central to the Internet's birth and evolution paved the way for today's explosion of racial justice activism. From the 1960s to present, the book examines how computing technology has been used to neutralize the threat that black people pose to the existing racial order, but also how black people seized these new computing tools to build community, wealth, and wage a war for racial justice.Through archival sources and the voices of many of those who lived and made this history, Black Software centralizes African Americans' role in the Internet's creation and evolution, illuminating both the limits and possibilities for using digital technology to push for racial justice in the United States and across the globe.
Where Wizards Stay Up Late
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Author : Katie Hafner
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998-09-01
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Space Explorers And Tech Wizards
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Author : Adeline Edwin
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2024-04-05
Space Explorers And Tech Wizards written by Adeline Edwin and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-05 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Blast Off on a Cosmic Adventure with Your Child and Discover the Marvels of Space and Technology! Does your child dream of exploring the stars or inventing the next big gadget? Turn those dreams into an exciting reality with "Space Explorers and Tech Wizards: Trivia Questions and Answers," your family's ticket to the universe and beyond! With over 300 engaging trivia questions and answers, this book journeys through the vast expanse of space to the cutting edge of technology, making every page a new discovery. Perfect for young minds aged 8-12, this book combines stunning illustrations and captivating facts that will keep your family entertained and learning together. Why This Book is a Must-Have for Your Young Explorer: Fuel Curiosity: Dive into topics from black holes to robotics, sparking a love for learning that goes beyond the classroom. Interactive Fun: Engage with challenging trivia that's designed to be fun and educational, perfect for solo exploration or family quiz nights. Education Beyond the Screen: Provide a stimulating alternative to screen time, encouraging reading and critical thinking through play. Build Knowledge: Equip your child with facts about the cosmos and technology that will impress their friends and teachers alike. Inside "Space Explorers and Tech Wizards," Your Child Will Discover: A Universe of Knowledge: From the secrets of distant planets to groundbreaking tech innovations, explore a range of topics in space science and technology. Vivid Illustrations: Each fact is brought to life with colorful, detailed illustrations that enhance understanding and retention. Easy-to-Understand Explanations: Designed to be accessible and engaging for young readers, ensuring a rewarding learning experience. Whether your child is a budding astronaut, a future tech mogul, or simply curious about the world, "Space Explorers and Tech Wizards" offers a galaxy of knowledge to explore. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to endless hours of fun and learning! Don't wait to embark on this stellar adventure with your child-grab your copy of "Space Explorers and Tech Wizards: Trivia Questions and Answers" today and watch their imagination take flight! Click the "Buy Button" now and start your journey into the exciting realms of space and technology!
Potterversity
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Author : Kathryn N. McDaniel
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2023-11-17
Potterversity written by Kathryn N. McDaniel and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-17 with Literary Criticism categories.
Potterversity: Essays Exploring the World of Harry Potter presents a written companion to the popular, "Hermione-Approved" MuggleNet podcast by the same name. Selected from the top Potter Studies scholars in the field, the diverse authors in the volume provide a range of interpretations of wizarding world stories. Essays include analysis of genre conventions, literary and religious symbolism, the role of games in the series, pedagogical approaches, and politically challenging issues like U.S. race relations, colonialism, and gender and sexuality--including direct attention to J.K. Rowling's controversial statements about trans people. Grouped into the sections "Occult Knowledge," "Ancient Magic," "A Question of Character," "Self and Other," "Playing Potter," and "Teaching, the Hogwarts Way," partnered essays precede transcripts of podcast conversations, led by the hosts of Potterversity. The book's essays and conversations aim to engage not only the mind but the spirit as well--the emotional, personal, and moral responses the Potterverse has evoked in so many people around the world. Fundamentally, this book demonstrates that the characters, stories, and situations of the magical realm promote thinking that helps us navigate our more mundane but no less dangerous world. Perhaps even more importantly, they help us to recognize the magic amid our everyday Muggle realities.