{"title":"Kevin Driscoll","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Kevin Driscoll, a notable author known for his insightful works in computing and technology. With a careful blend of academic research and engaging storytelling, Driscoll offers readers a deep dive into the intricate landscapes of digital culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eThe Modem World\u003c\/em\u003e, explores the evolution and impact of computer modem communications, charting their influence on modern society. From the humble beginnings of computer networking to the vast, connected web we navigate today, Driscoll's writing sheds light on the technological eras that shape our present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders with an interest in the history and development of technology will find Driscoll's books to be both informative and thought-provoking. His work not only educates but also inspires a deeper understanding of the digital world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Kevin Driscoll's collection and immerse yourself in the chronicles of technological advancement and the modem-driven narratives that continue to redefine our society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-modem-world-by-kevin-driscoll-9780300248142","title":"The Modem World","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe untold story about how the internet became social, and why this matters for its future\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Whether you’re reading this for a nostalgic romp or to understand the dawn of the internet, \u003ci\u003eThe Modem World\u003c\/i\u003e will delight you with tales of BBS culture and shed light on how the decisions of the past shape our current networked world.”—danah boyd, author of \u003ci\u003eIt’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFifteen years before the commercialization of the internet, millions of amateurs across North America created more than 100,000 small-scale computer networks. The people who built and maintained these dial-up bulletin board systems (BBSs) in the 1980s laid the groundwork for millions of others who would bring their lives online in the 1990s and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom ham radio operators to HIV\/AIDS activists, these modem enthusiasts developed novel forms of community moderation, governance, and commercialization. \u003ci\u003eThe Modem World\u003c\/i\u003e tells an alternative origin story for social media, centered not in the office parks of Silicon Valley or the meeting rooms of military contractors, but rather on the online communities of hobbyists, activists, and entrepreneurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, countless social media platforms have appropriated the social and technical innovations of the BBS community. How can these untold stories from the internet’s past inspire more inclusive visions of its future?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000800526572,"sku":"9780300248142","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24479163482294.jpg?v=1763305746"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/kevin-driscoll.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}