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Wired

By: Dennis Santaniello
Narrated by: Virtual Voice
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From the birth of the World Wide Web to the rise of social media and memes, *Wired: A Short History of the Internet* takes readers on a fascinating journey through the digital revolution. Part of the *Restroom Reads* series, this concise yet captivating book explores the key moments, innovations, and figures that shaped the internet we know today.

Learn how early pioneers like Tim Berners-Lee built the foundations of the web, how platforms like Facebook and Twitter revolutionized communication, and how memes became a new form of cultural currency. Discover the rise of cybercrime, online scams, and the dark side of the digital age, while also exploring how the internet has empowered movements, reshaped economies, and connected the world in unprecedented ways.

Perfect for readers looking for a quick yet insightful dive into the internet's history, *Wired* also touches on the future of the digital landscape, from blockchain and Web 3.0 to the Metaverse.

Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about how the internet changed everything, *Wired* delivers a digestible and entertaining overview of the online world’s past, present, and future.


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