Computers & Technology

From a brilliant longtime AI insider with intimate access to the world of Sam Altman's OpenAI from the beginning, an eye-opening account of arguably the most fateful tech arms race in history, reshaping the planet in real time, from the cockpit of the company that is driving the frenzy.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Sapiens comes the groundbreaking story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world.

The difference between growing your business and going out of business is your ability to think strategically. The problem is, most leaders are stuck in the operational weeds, struggling to find the time to make better strategic decisions. This challenge is only heightened by the rise of AI.

When Elon Musk was a kid in South Africa, he was regularly beaten by bullies. One day a group pushed him down some concrete steps and kicked him until his face was a swollen ball of flesh.

Turn ChatGPT into a Cash Machine goes beyond superficial promises by providing you with proven strategies to build a sustainable work-from-home venture....

From Wharton professor and author of the popular One Useful Thing Substack newsletter Ethan Mollick comes the definitive playbook for working, learning, and living in the new age of AI....

Nvidia is the darling of the age of artificial intelligence: the company’s chips are powering the generative-AI revolution, and demand is insatiable. For all the current interest and attention, however, Nvidia is not of our time.

New York Times bestselling author and MSNBC and podcast host Chris Hayes offers a powerful wide-angle reckoning with how the assault from attention capitalism on our minds and our hearts has reordered our politics and the very fabric of our society

Nvidia is as valuable as Apple and Microsoft. It has shaped the world as we know it. But its story is little known. This is the definitive story of the greatest technology company of our times.

The noted inventor and futurist's successor to his landmark book The Singularity Is Near explores how technology will refashion the human race in the decades to come....

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living....

Broken Money explores the history of money through the lens of technology. Politics can affect things temporarily and locally, but technology is what drives things forward globally and permanently....

From an acclaimed Wall Street Journal reporter comes the first biography of the enigmatic leader of the AI revolution, charting his ascent within the tech world as well as his ambitions for this powerful new technology.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that flows like a thriller.

This is a practical, non-technical guide for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and curious minds. This comprehensive guide on agentic AI cuts through the hype and offers a clear, jargon-free strategic roadmap to understanding and applying this technology.

From one of tech’s boldest thinkers and his longtime deputy and advisor, a sweeping indictment of Silicon Valley, showing how the West has slid into a culture of complacency, even as we enter a new era of mounting global threats.

Dave Thomas and Andy Hunt wrote the first edition of this influential book in 1999 to help their clients create better software and rediscover the joy of coding. These lessons have helped a generation of programmers examine the very essence of software development....

How will artificial intelligence affect crime, war, justice, jobs, society, and our very sense of being human? The rise of AI has the potential to transform our future more than any other technology....

Today's "machine-learning" systems, trained by data, are so effective that we've invited them to see and hear for us - and to make decisions on our behalf. But alarm bells are ringing. Systems cull résumés until, years later, we discover that they have inherent gender biases.

Part memoir, part history, Burn Book is a necessary chronicle of tech’s most powerful players. This is the inside story we’ve all been waiting for about modern Silicon Valley and the biggest boom in wealth creation in the history of the world....

From linguist Adam Aleksic, known as @etymologynerd on social media, comes a captivating exploration of how internet algorithms are transforming language and communication in unprecedented ways.

If you're looking to start, scale, or grow a digital business where clients act like your boss, and you see more of your office chair than your family... There are plenty of other agency models that will help you do that.

Minimalism is the art of knowing how much is just enough. Digital minimalism applies this idea to our personal technology. It's the key to living a focused life in a noisy world. Author Cal Newport introduces a philosophy for technology use that has already improved countless lives....

Author Martin Kleppmann helps you navigate the diverse data landscape by examining the pros and cons of various technologies for processing and storing data....

En Nexus, Harari contempla a la humanidad desde la amplia perspectiva de la historia para analizar cómo las redes de información han hecho y deshecho nuestro mundo. Durante los últimos 100.000 años, los sapiens hemos acumulado un enorme poder....

Technology promises to save humanity. How's that working out? In this comedy-science podcast, comedy legends Richard Ayoade (determinedly pessimistic) and Warwick Davis (inexplicably cheerful) venture beneath Audible HQ to the Future Tense lab, fully equipped to interrogate the future we're all being told to look forward to.

Recent breakthroughs in AI have not only increased demand for AI products, they've also lowered the barriers to entry for those who want to build AI products. The model-as-a-service approach has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful development tool that anyone can use. Everyone, including those with minimal or no prior AI experience, can now leverage AI models to build applications. In this book, author Chip Huyen discusses AI engineering: the process of building applications with readily available foundation models.

What does the rapid rise and astonishing rate of improvement of AI mean for brands in the next five years? Listen to what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told authors Adam Brotman and Andy Sack when he met them: "It will mean that 95 percent of what marketers use agencies, strategists, and creative professionals for today will easily, nearly instantly, and at almost no cost be handled by AI. No problem." Upon hearing that astonishing statement, the authors began a journey of discovery to understand what the transition to an AI first world would mean.

In the age of artificial intelligence, drafting an essay is as simple as typing a prompt and pressing enter. What does this mean for the art of writing? According to longtime writing teacher John Warner: not very much. More Than Words argues that generative AI programs like ChatGPT not only can kill the student essay but should, since these assignments don’t challenge students to do the real work of writing. To Warner, writing is thinking—discovering your ideas while trying to capture them on a page—and feeling—grappling with what it fundamentally means to be human.

Algorithms, machine learning, generative AI. With the latest advancements in technology, data is taking center stage in organizations. But without a clear plan for how you're storing, integrating, and gaining value from that information, your company will be at risk—and fall behind. If you read (or listen to) nothing else on setting a data strategy in your organization, listen to these ten articles.

In "Sponsor Magnet," sponsorship expert Justin Moore reveals the exact frameworks he uses to help creators transform their influence into predictable income through brand partnerships. This isn't another vague "build your personal brand" guide – it's your practical roadmap to landing and executing your dream sponsorships.

In Parental Control: A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era, Titania Jordan, a renowned internet and social media safety specialist, tackles the urgent dilemmas of modern parenting head-on. As technology increasingly engulfs the lives of our children, this book emerges as a beacon for those looking to guide, protect, and connect with them in meaningful ways.

This book examines how humans have been trapped and forced into a state of powerless conformity by recent technological developments.

Microsoft Power Platform for Dummies covers the essentials you need to know to get started with Microsoft Power Platform, the suite of business intelligence applications designed to make your enterprise work smarter and more efficiently.

An insightful and original new approach to cybersecurity, Taming the Hacking Storm is a must-listen guide for cybersecurity practitioners, academic researchers studying Internet security, and members of the general public with an interest in tech, security, and privacy.

Dominate with AI is the ultimate blueprint for entrepreneurs, creators, side-hustlers, and leaders who want to leverage ChatGPT and cutting-edge AI tools to create content faster, make more money, launch scalable products, automate success, and build a standout brand in a noisy digital world.

What if the same app you use to chat with friends could be the very tool that earns you $500, $1,000—even $5,000+ a month? While most people waste hours scrolling and chatting on WhatsApp, others are quietly turning it into a money-making machine—and you can too. You’ve tried building an online business before—too complex, too expensive, or just too overwhelming. But what if you could launch a powerful income stream using only your phone, a few digital products, and a free app you already use daily? Most people don’t realize WhatsApp is no longer just a messaging platform—it’s...

Businesses that want to stay competitive know that AI has become a crucial technology—and so do their employees looking to grow their careers. Earning Microsoft's AI-900: Azure AI Fundamentals certification proves your proficiency with foundational AI concepts. This study guide equips you with the knowledge needed to pass the AI-900 exam, whether you're an IT professional, a data analyst, or a student looking to break into the AI field.

In a world where every click is tracked, every search is analyzed, and every online move leaves a trace, digital privacy has never been more critical or vulnerable. Beginners Guide to VPNs: Your Secret Tunnel to Online Privacy by Alsden Keir is your essential roadmap to understanding, choosing, and using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) confidently and clearly. Far from being a tool for tech experts or conspiracy theorists, a VPN is a simple, effective solution for anyone who values online privacy, security, and freedom.

The electronic age compels us to confront the delicate balance between the convenience of constant connectivity and the protection of personal privacy, security, and democracy itself. Presented as a two-fold concern of digital and civic literacy, surveillance and privacy expert Heidi Boghosian argues that our fight to uphold democracy must extend to the online world. As “smart” citizens, our best chance of thriving in the digital era lies in taking care of our “smart” selves as diligently as we maintain our smart devices.

Ready to build a passive income stream that works while you sleep? This game-changing book reveals how to harness AI-powered tools like ChatGPT to generate effortless earnings—without the grind of traditional work.

AI for Beginners is your ultimate guide to understanding artificial intelligence in a clear, practical, and engaging way—without needing an advanced tech background. Whether you’re a complete novice or just looking for a straightforward approach, this audiobook will help you break through the complexity and start applying AI in real-world scenarios.

Are you tired of being stuck in the “task manager” zone when you know you were born to LEAD? Are you ready to stop juggling chaos and start commanding clarity? Then this is the book the industry has been waiting for. And you just found it. Whether you're a new project manager wondering where to start or a seasoned pro preparing to lead multi-million-dollar portfolios, this is your ultimate, career-defining blueprint.

Alex Vail took a sabbatical from his job on the board of one of the country's leading manufacturers to conduct several research projects, including the largest ever study into the UK's corporate AI capabilities. In total, he surveyed 234 senior leaders and interviewed 92 executives from FTSE350 companies to identify why digital transformations succeed or fail; the data dependency of organisations; and their levels of data literacy at senior levels.

What does it mean to call something "new"? Why is Western art and culture, even after postmodernism, still so obsessed with the concept? What are the consequences of relying on culture to bring about social change? In this provocative book, David Balzer argues that Western culture was never designed to produce truly new or original artifacts. Rather, we move from fixation to fixation, trend to trend—a cycle of creation and destruction with deep origins in Judeo-Christianity and the paganism that preceded it.

Explore the very best corners of the internet — one click at a time. 1000 Websites Worth Visiting is your curated guide to the online world’s most helpful, inspiring, curious, creative, and downright fascinating destinations. From productivity tools and creative platforms to hidden gems and digital oddities, this book brings together a wide variety of websites that educate, entertain, and enrich your life. Organized into 50 themed chapters, it’s perfect for students, creators, learners, travelers, entrepreneurs, and the endlessly curious. Whether you're looking to level up your skills...

"Essentials of CHATBOT" is a comprehensive, hands-on guide designed to empower students, developers, and researchers to master the development of modern conversational AI. This book navigates the entire lifecycle of chatbot creation, from the foundational principles of Natural Language Processing (NLP) to the deployment of sophisticated agents powered by cutting-edge Large Language Models (LLMs). Key Features: 1. Foundational Clarity: Complex NLP and machine learning concepts are broken down into simple, digestible explanations with intuitive analogies. 2. Hands-On Code Examples: Every ...

CompTIA A+ has changed. This guide keeps you ahead. Tired of study guides that still teach the old exam? Do you feel overwhelmed by lengthy and tedious classic study guides? Do you prefer a study guide that blends theory with practical, hands-on exercises? Welcome to the ultimate all-in-one manual designed to help you master Core 1 & Core 2 with confidence—backed by the power of Exam AI Trainer Pro, your personal AI coach that supports you 24/7 through every challenge. Whether you're starting from scratch or brushing up on key IT skills, this guide combines clear explanations, practical ...

Building with OpenAI: A Developer's Guide is a comprehensive, hands-on tutorial for students, developers, and researchers aiming to master the art of building intelligent applications using the OpenAI API. This book bridges the gap between theoretical AI concepts and practical, real-world implementation. It takes you on a structured journey from your very first API call to deploying sophisticated, production-ready AI systems. With a strong emphasis on simplicity and practical examples, this guide ensures that even those with minimal AI experience can start building powerful tools ...

Running your own business means no two days ever look quite the same. One moment you’re replying to client emails, the next you’re brainstorming your next big project, and somewhere in between, you’re wearing a whole wardrobe of hats you never planned to own. When your to-do list seems to grow faster than you can check things off, it’s natural to wish for a better way to manage the chaos, without losing the personal touch that makes your business yours. That’s where this book comes in. Whether you’re feeling stuck at a crossroads, craving a little more order in your workday, or ...