Secret Rules of Modern Living: Algorithms
Our lives are touched by Algorithms every day. They are ubiquitous - yet most of us are unaware of their extraordinary impact on our everyday lives. Algorithms control what we read, the products we buy, and with whom we socialize. They know when to stock supermarket shelves, can predict the weather, and create connections around the planet at the speed of light.
Our lives are touched by Algorithms every day. They are ubiquitous - yet most of us are unaware of their extraordinary impact on our everyday lives. Algorithms control what we read, the products we buy, and with whom we socialize. They know when to stock supermarket shelves, can predict the weather, and create connections around the planet at the speed of light.
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