Sumpter, David
Outnumbered
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472947413
- author:
- Sumpter, David
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Sigma
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 22.1 x 14.22 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Mathematics, Applied,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Algorithms are increasingly controlling our lives, from how we spend our time online to the routes we take when travelling. But what exactly do these algorithms use to make their decisions? In "Outnumbered", David Sumpter investigates the role of mathematics in shaping our daily habits and influencing our choices. The book explores how data is used to create detailed profiles of individuals, often without their knowledge or consent. It examines the impact of algorithms on social media, travel, and other areas of life, and asks whether we are giving up too much control to these machines. Featuring interviews with experts in the field, "Outnumbered" provides a clear understanding of how mathematics and statistics work in the real world. By shedding light on the inner workings of algorithms, Sumpter aims to help readers understand the implications of relying on technology to make decisions about their lives.
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