information technology

"When the technologies we use every day collapse our experiences into 24/7 availability, platforms for personal branding, and products to be monetized, nothing can be quite so radical as . . . doing nothing. Here, Jenny Odell sends up a flare from the heart of Silicon Valley, delivering an action plan to resist capitalist narratives of productivity and techno-determinism, and to become more meaningfully connected in the process"--Provided by publisher.

"Computers and other types of technology have changed our lives in ways never imagined. Computers help us work better and faster. Readers will learn about the many positive impacts of computers in society. They'll also read about the many negative impacts, such as threats to our privacy and security and a potential decrease in physical activity. Students will be encouraged to think about the role technology plays in their everyday lives"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the benefits of bringing the outside world into the library through the use of social media, videoconferencing and other tools that allow librarians to partner with others. Then they expand upon these connections by addressing how librarians can lead in the greater educational community by sharing resources and strategies, and partnering with school leaders to tell the story of the school community"--Amazon.

Discusses personal data management, covering how to protect personal data, what data is at risk, how to create a strong password, and more.

"Demand for information technology workers continues to grow at a pace that is unmatched in other industries. Database administrator, mobile app developer, and cybersecurity analyst are just a few of the jobs discussed in Careers in Info Tech. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders"--Amazon.

Examines how economy, culture, and family life may change due to the coming of age of a generation of digital natives--individuals who have been exposed to technology their entire lives; and discusses the challenges they face.

Looks at computer programmers, discussing where they come from, how they think, what makes for greatness in their world, and what should give others pause.

Explores how virtual reality is being utilized within the medical field.

"Spying and surveillance has always relied on cutting-edge science to push the boundaries. The same techniques are often used today by hackers to commit online data security breaches. This . . . book [is for] readers who have an interest in spymaker gadgets, computer science, and biometric data for online identification and security"--Provided by publisher.

Shows teachers how to use mobile devices and social media in the classroom, including creating and sharing digital information, using social media, digital publishing, building a personal learning network, and using aggregators to create, maintain, and share content.