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The Information
A History, a Theory, a Flood
Book • 2011
In 'The Information: A History, a Theory, a Flood', James Gleick delves into the history of information technologies, from the invention of written alphabets and African talking drums to the modern era of digital communication.
The book profiles key figures such as Charles Babbage, Ada Lovelace, Samuel Morse, and Claude Shannon, and explores how our understanding of information has transformed human consciousness.
Gleick discusses the mechanical and meaningful aspects of communication, including the development of telegraphy, telephony, and the internet, and examines the implications of information theory on various fields such as physics, genetics, and sociology.
The book profiles key figures such as Charles Babbage, Ada Lovelace, Samuel Morse, and Claude Shannon, and explores how our understanding of information has transformed human consciousness.
Gleick discusses the mechanical and meaningful aspects of communication, including the development of telegraphy, telephony, and the internet, and examines the implications of information theory on various fields such as physics, genetics, and sociology.
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Mentioned by Craig Smith, discussing the impact of written language on thought and AI.
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#220 Terry Sejnowski: The Future of AI, ChatGPT & Deep Learning
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Robert Breedlove to illustrate the transition from basic yes/no logic to abstract concepts.
Robert Breedlove to illustrate the transition from basic yes/no logic to abstract concepts.
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Artificial Intelligence, Consciousness, and the Hidden Patterns of Reality w/ Zhen (WiM549)
Mentioned by Alex Hokely in an interview discussing Meta's policy change on censorship and its implications for digital surveillance.
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Recommended by John Plotz in relation to Claude Shannon and Bell Labs, highlighting its relevance to the discussion on information and innovation.
Scientists Cooperate while Humanists Ruminate (EF, JP)
Mentioned by John Heilemann when discussing the book's relevance to Jory Craig's expertise in misinformation and disinformation.
Jiore Craig: The Year Ahead Online (Everything is Broken)
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Demetri Kofinas ; reading this book helped him understand information theory well enough to create a podcast episode on the subject.
Demetri Kofinas ; reading this book helped him understand information theory well enough to create a podcast episode on the subject.
Kofinas Answers Audience Questions in First-Ever “Ask Me Anything” Episode
Recommended by Doug O’Laughlin for its perspective on information theory and its connection to semiconductors.
Semis 101 with Asianometry and Fabricated Knowledge
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Jason Silva while discussing a new kingdom rising above the biosphere where ideas are the denizens.
Jason Silva while discussing a new kingdom rising above the biosphere where ideas are the denizens.
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