Computer Science Technology

Drones are transforming warfare through the use of artificial intelligence, drone swarms, and surveillance - leading to competition between the US, China, Israel, and Iran. Who will be the next drone superpower?

When John Campbell was hired in 1996, Michael Dell’s company was already a hyper-efficient technology upstart. By the time he left Dell in 2017, Michael’s little Texas-based catalog computer company had grown from 5,000 to 138,000 employees and evolved into one of the largest technology providers on the planet!

The universe is rapidly expanding. Of that much scientists are certain. But how fast? And with what implications regarding the fate of the universe? Ellen Jackson and Nic Bishop follow Dr. Alex Fillippenko and his High-Z Supernova Search Team to Mauna Kea volcano in Hawaii, where they will study space phenomena and look for supernovae, dying stars that explode with the power of billions of hydrogen bombs. Dr. Fillippenko looks for black holes--areas in space with such a strong gravitational pull that no matter or energy can escape from them--with his robotic telescope.

Are you concerned about how artificial intelligence is reshaping our world? Worried about protecting yourself and your family in an increasingly AI-driven society? Looking to understand the real implications of AI beyond the Hollywood hype? In this groundbreaking book, cybersecurity expert and PhD researcher John Bambenek reveals the subtle yet profound ways AI is transforming our lives—from job applications and creative expression to privacy and personal security.

Drawing on years of work interpreting and explaining data about almost anything, renowned data journalist Kiko Llaneras offers practical tools and shortcuts to help you understand the numbers and make better decisions using a quantitative lens. Through a series of compelling examples, he reveals some of the surprising insights that a data-driven perspective can offer.

The audiobook, How to Build a Computer (For Beginners), outlines step-by-step instructions on how to build a computer from the bare bones to the finished product. The book includes a list of choices for tools and supplies necessary to successfully build a computer on your own; using the author's educated knowledge and background on computer software and hardware.

The celebrated author of The Making of Second Life and Game Design Secrets Wagner, James Au, delivers an engrossing exploration of how nascent metaverse platforms have already captured the imagination of millions. Featuring powerful stories and dozens of incisive interviews with insiders including Metaverse creator Neal Stephenson himself, the author uses his unique, grassroots-level perspective as the first reporter embedded in a metaverse platform.

YouTube Automation Money Machine reveals the step-by-step system turning ordinary people into digital entrepreneurs using smart automation. No need for viral videos or endless hours of work–just scalable workflows and AI tools doing the heavy lifting 24/7. This guide unlocks the exact blueprint used by creators who grew from zero to thousands of subscribers, built faceless educational channels, and now earn consistent income across multiple YouTube brands. You’ll learn how to use ChatGPT, Claude, and n8n to automate your entire content creation process–from trend research to publishing.

ChatGPT has changed the world!! Are you taking advantage of this? Learn how to make the most of cutting-edge AI in ChatGPT Side Hustles for 2025: 100 Smart and Simple Ways to Monetize Generative AI for Entrepreneurs and Content Creators. Whether you are an experienced entrepreneur or just starting your business, this book equips you with practical tactics, detailed step-by-step instructions, and innovative ideas to help you take advantage of the AI revolution.

Tap into the future of wealth creation with the power of ChatGPT and AI-driven automation, and unlock new ways to elevate your financial success beyond imagination…

We live in complicated, dangerous times. They are also hyper-technical times. As citizens who will elect future presidents of the most powerful and influential world, we need to know - truly understand, not just rely on television's talking heads - if Iran's nascent nuclear capability is a genuine threat to the West, if biochemical weapons are likely to be developed by terrorists, if there are viable alternatives to fossil fuels that should be nurtured and supported by the government, if nuclear power should be encouraged, and if global warming is actually happening.

Most people are stuck in straight-line thinking. They see problems in isolation, chase quick fixes, and treat outcomes as immediate and unconnected. But the real world doesn’t work that way—it runs on systems. Interconnected causes, delayed effects, feedback loops, hidden incentives, and ripple consequences drive everything around us. This audiobook rewires your brain for systems thinking—one powerful shift at a time. You’ll get 100 clear, actionable strategies.

In Artificial You, Susan Schneider says that it is inevitable that AI will take intelligence in new directions but urges that it is up to us to carve out a sensible path forward. As AI technology turns inward, reshaping the brain, as well as outward, potentially creating machine minds, it is crucial to beware. Homo sapiens, as mind designers, will be playing with "tools" they do not understand how to use: the self, the mind, and consciousness.

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives, from healthcare and transportation to education and energy. However, with this potential comes significant risks and potential negative impacts. As we continue to make progress towards developing AGI, it is essential to explore its potential implications and establish guidelines for its responsible development and use.

The extraordinary story of how the human brain evolved… and is still evolving. We’ve come a long way. The earliest human had a brain as small as a child’s fist; ours are four times bigger, with spectacular abilities and potential we are only just beginning to understand. This is How the...

Factories create massive amounts of data from IoT sensors, MES, SCADA, quality systems, supply chain, maintenance, and others. Yet most organizations can’t turn it into decisions fast enough. The result is reactive firefighting and AI pilots that stall. The Unified Manufacturing Data Architecture (UMDA) is a practical framework built for industry, not adapted from IT. It shows you how to handle real-time streams, integrate legacy systems, enforce security, and scale AI across sites.

The world of online business is changing fast — and in 2025, ChatGPT and AI tools are leveling the playing field for everyday entrepreneurs. Whether you’re launching your first digital product, automating client work, or scaling your side hustle, this step-by-step guide gives you everything you need to turn ideas into income using the latest AI technologies.

Are you looking to get started with Python and machine learning? Look no further! This comprehensive two-in-one bundle is the perfect audio resource for beginners looking to learn both Python and machine learning in one easy guide. With this audiobook, you'll be able to grasp the basic fundamentals of Python and learn how to use it to solve real-world problems. You'll also get a crash course in machine learning including key concepts, algorithms, and techniques.

The promise of artificial intelligence is automated decision-making at scale, but that means AI also automates risk at scale. In Ethical Machines, Reid Blackman gives you all you need to understand AI ethics as a risk management challenge. He'll help you build, procure, and deploy AI in a way that's not only ethical but also safe in terms of your organization's reputation, regulatory compliance, and legal standing—and do it at scale. And don't worry—the book's purpose is to get work done, not to ponder deep and existential questions about ethics and technology.

Age of Invisible Machines quickly earned a reputation as a prophetic guide for technology and business leaders, swiftly becoming a Wall Street Journal bestseller by offering listeners an inside perspective shaped by Robb Wilson and Josh Tyson's hands-on experience collaborating with leading innovators across the AI space. When the first edition launched in late 2022, few realized how rapidly generative AI was advancing—but Wilson and Tyson were immersed in the cutting-edge developments happening across the industry.