Joy of Data
Uncover the essence of data, its capture, storage, interpretation, and its impact on modern life. Dr. Hannah Fry connects data to patterns in various contexts, from Scrabble scores to movie streaming, and credits Claude Shannon for launching the information age. Explore data networks, revealing the role of packet switching, and raises questions about data's future, emphasizing the importance of human interpretation.
Uncover the essence of data, its capture, storage, interpretation, and its impact on modern life. Dr. Hannah Fry connects data to patterns in various contexts, from Scrabble scores to movie streaming, and credits Claude Shannon for launching the information age. Explore data networks, revealing the role of packet switching, and raises questions about data's future, emphasizing the importance of human interpretation.
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