{ "item_title" : "The History of Digital Culture", "item_author" : [" William R. Prescott "], "item_description" : "Before smartphones and social media became part of everyday life, arcade games, home computers, and early online networks were creating new ways for people to play, communicate, and connect across the world. The History of Digital Culture explores the remarkable transformation of entertainment, communication, and society during the digital age. From the first video games and personal computers to internet communities, social media platforms, streaming services, and modern smartphones, digital technology gradually changed how people interacted, shared information, and experienced popular culture. Video games created new forms of entertainment and brought gaming communities together. Online forums and chat rooms connected people across geographical boundaries. Social media transformed personal communication and public expression, while digital music, online video, and streaming services reshaped the entertainment industry. As smartphones became widespread, digital experiences became an increasingly important part of everyday life. In this book, you will find: - The early history of video games, arcade machines, home consoles, and the growth of gaming culture.- The rise of personal computers and their influence on entertainment, creativity, and popular culture.- The origins of online communities, bulletin board systems, chat rooms, and internet forums.- The development of internet culture, online identities, digital friendships, and virtual communities.- The history of social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the rise of viral content and internet memes.- The transformation of music, television, and entertainment through digital downloads, YouTube, Netflix, Spotify, and streaming services.- The rise of internet celebrities, online content creators, and new forms of digital expression.- The smartphone revolution and its influence on youth culture, communication, photography, and daily social habits.- The growth of global digital communities and the exchange of ideas, entertainment, and cultural traditions across borders.- The changing relationship between digital technology and society, including online privacy, personal data, digital identity, and the influence of major technology platforms. The digital revolution created opportunities for creativity, entertainment, communication, and global connection. It also introduced important questions about privacy, identity, cultural influence, and the growing role of technology in human relationships. From the excitement of early gaming communities to the worldwide influence of social media and streaming platforms, the history of digital culture reveals how a series of technological and social changes helped shape the modern information age. ", "item_img_path" : "https://covers2.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/9/79/816/485/9798164855321_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "17.75", "online_price" : "17.75", "our_price" : "17.75", "club_price" : "17.75", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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