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Exploring the evolution of GPS, the narrative traces its transformation from a military bomb guidance system to an integral part of everyday life. Greg Milner delves into the profound impact of this technology on human behavior, shaping how we navigate our environments and perceive our world. With a blend of scientific history and cultural analysis, the book provides a thought-provoking examination of the dual nature of GPS, revealing its influence on modern living and the complexities it introduces to our understanding of space and direction.
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Pinpoint: How GPS Is Changing Technology, Culture, and Our Minds, Greg Milner
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- Pinpoint: How GPS Is Changing Technology, Culture, and Our Minds
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Greg Milner
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780393354362
- Category
- Theory and history of science
- Description
- Exploring the evolution of GPS, the narrative traces its transformation from a military bomb guidance system to an integral part of everyday life. Greg Milner delves into the profound impact of this technology on human behavior, shaping how we navigate our environments and perceive our world. With a blend of scientific history and cultural analysis, the book provides a thought-provoking examination of the dual nature of GPS, revealing its influence on modern living and the complexities it introduces to our understanding of space and direction.