Janet Abbate Libri

The untold history of women and computing: how pioneering women succeeded in a field shaped by gender biases.

Focusing on the social and cultural influences, the author explores the evolution of the Internet from a small experimental network to a global system connecting millions. The narrative highlights the collaboration and conflicts among diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, academic researchers, and telecommunications companies. By examining the interplay of these key players and technologies, the book reveals how societal factors shaped the Internet's design and usage over the decades.