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Technological progress outpaces human economic adaptation.
If you're curious about the intersection of technology and economics, "Race Against the Machine" will offer you a compelling perspective. It’s especially relevant in our rapidly changing job market, where digital advancements are reshaping the landscape. Brynjolfsson and McAfee craft an urgent narrative that captures how innovation fuels both progress and inequality, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the future of work.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780984725113
Publisher: Digital Frontier Press
Date of Publication: 2012-01-23
Format: Paperback
Related Topics:
Education,
Productivity,
Technology,
Leadership,
Entrepreneurship,
Communication,
Society
Goodreads rating: 3.91
(rated by 2005 readers)
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Examines how information technologies are affecting jobs, skills, wages, and the economy.
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Technological progress outpaces human economic adaptation.
If you're curious about the intersection of technology and economics, "Race Against the Machine" will offer you a compelling perspective. It’s especially relevant in our rapidly changing job market, where digital advancements are reshaping the landscape. Brynjolfsson and McAfee craft an urgent narrative that captures how innovation fuels both progress and inequality, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the future of work.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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