{"title":"Nick Monaco","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing world of Nick Monaco, an insightful author renowned in the realm of Education \u0026amp; Reference. His works delve into the fascinating intersection of technology and society, making complex topics accessible and engaging for readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNick Monaco, with his unique perspective and expertise, brings to life the nuanced landscape of digital culture and its implications through his writing. One of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eBots\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a deep dive into the world of automated digital entities and their increasingly prominent role in our daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs you explore Monaco's collection, you're invited to ponder the implications of technology on human interaction and what the future holds. His accessible style and thorough research ensure that both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike will find much to appreciate in his works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking to expand your knowledge in digital studies or simply curious about the pervasive nature of bots in our digital age, Nick Monaco's books provide a compelling and thought-provoking journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bots-by-nick-monaco-9781509543595","title":"Bots","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBots\u003c\/em\u003e – automated software applications programmed to perform tasks online – have become a feature of our everyday lives, from helping us navigate online systems to assisting us with online shopping. Yet, despite enabling internet users, bots are increasingly associated with disinformation and concerning political intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this ground-breaking book, Monaco and Woolley offer the first comprehensive overview of the history of bots, tracing their varied applications throughout the past sixty years and bringing to light the astounding influence these computer programs have had on how humans understand reality, communicate with each other, and wield power. Drawing upon the authors' decade of experience in the field, this book examines the role bots play in politics, social life, business, and artificial intelligence. Despite bots being a fundamental part of the web since the early 1990s, the authors reveal how the socially oriented ones continue to play an integral role in online communication globally, especially as our daily lives become increasingly automated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis timely book is essential reading for students and scholars in Media and Communication Studies, Sociology, Politics, and Computer Science, as well as general readers with an interest in technology and public affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362526642412,"sku":"9781509543595","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12458203482725.jpg?v=1772888257"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/nick-monaco.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}