Data Smog
David Shenk
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Data Smog
by David Shenk
Published
June 1, 1998
Publisher
HarperOne
Pages
256
ISBN-13
9780062515513
ISBN-10
0062515519
Description
Media scholar ( and Internet Enthusiast ) David Shenk examines the troubling effects of information proliferation on our bodies, our brains, our relationships, and our culture, then offers strikingly down-to-earth insights for coping with the deluge. With a skillful mixture of personal essay, firsthand reportage, and sharp analysis, Shenk illustrates the central paradox of our time: as our world gets more complex, our responses to it become increasingly simplistic. He draws convincing links between data smog and stress distraction, indecision, cultural fragmentation, social vulgarity, and more.But there's hope for a saner, more meaningful future, as Shenk offers a wealth of novel prescriptions—both personal and societal—for dispelling data smog.
Subjects
The World Is Flat -A Brief History OF THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY
The Circle
Implementation of the Helsinki accords
How to Do Nothing
The Age of Surveillance Capitalism
Life 3.0
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Data Smog?
This edition of Data Smog has approximately 256 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 Data Smog?
For most readers, Data Smog typically takes between 5h 20m and 3h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,000 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 Data Smog?
The estimated word count for Data Smog is approximately 64,000 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 Data Smog?
Data Smog was written by David Shenk.
When was Data Smog published?
The publication date for this specific edition is June 1, 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.