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In today's tech infused world,there are certain topics that have been around now for several years,but while the underlying landscape has been shifting at pace,many of the major technologies continue to be misunderstood.Big Data is coming into its own now,as Big Data English exposes,thanks to decreased storage cost,increased processor speed and the variety of sources generating data.In this context,many of the traditional companies continue to struggle with their digital transformation programmes.The same can now even be said of certain pure players born at the turn of the 21st century who have failed to adapt to an ever-changing environment.Big Data is a capital element of the new wave of digital technologies,not least of which is Artificial Intelligence.Spawned by the incredible volume and accessibility of data,new business models,opportunities and ventures are cropping up everywhere.In this book,there is a thorough and honest review of how Big Data works,providing an adapted lexicon of the necessary terms as well as the challenges and chances that Big Data affords us.The book explores how Big Data is intricately related with many of the other new technologies as well as applications and opportunities for Big Data within specific industries,including the important areas of healthcare and education,as well as other fundamental sectors such as logistics and transportation.It's a very educational book,with useful exercises at the end of each chapter.For people who need to get their heads around Big Data,this book provides a solid and complete overview.

Minter Dial

Professional speaker and author of Heartificial Empathy

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