Computer Lib/Dream Machines
Ted Nelson
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Computer Lib/Dream Machines
by Ted Nelson
Published
June 1974
Publisher
Distributors
Pages
130
ISBN-13
9780893470029
ISBN-10
0893470023
Description
Nelson writes passionately about the need for people to understand computers deeply, more deeply than was generally promoted as computer literacy, which he considers a superficial kind of familiarity with particular hardware and software. His rallying cry "Down with Cybercrud" is against the centralization of computers such as that performed by IBM at the time, as well as against what he sees as the intentional untruths that "computer people" tell to non-computer people to keep them from understanding computers. In Dream Machines, Nelson covers the flexible media potential of the computer, which was shockingly new at the time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Computer Lib/Dream Machines?
This edition of Computer Lib/Dream Machines has approximately 130 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Computer Lib/Dream Machines?
For most readers, Computer Lib/Dream Machines typically takes between 2h 43m and 1h 48m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 32,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 10m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 32,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Computer Lib/Dream Machines?
The estimated word count for Computer Lib/Dream Machines is approximately 32,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Computer Lib/Dream Machines?
Computer Lib/Dream Machines was written by Ted Nelson.
When was Computer Lib/Dream Machines published?
The publication date for this specific edition is June 1974. The original work may have been published on a different date.