Distributed Processing and Data Communications
McGlynn, Daniel
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Add to basketSold by Epistemo Jo Books, Manhattan, KS, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller since 17 February 2023
Condition: Used - Good
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Add to basketDive into the early digital age with Distributed Processing and Data Communications by Daniel McGlynn, a solid 1978 hardcover from John Wiley and Sons that offers a fascinating snapshot of computing when networks were just beginning to revolutionize how we think about data. Spanning 305 pages, this volume is a must-have for tech historians, vintage computing enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the foundational concepts that shaped today?s hyper-connected world. Our copy is in good condition, complete with a dust jacket that shows honest signs of wear?closed tears, edge rubbing, and a bit of soiling?all badges of honor in the life of a book that?s clearly been referenced and appreciated by readers eager to understand the complexities of early distributed systems. Collectors will note this as a well-preserved technical classic, combining intellectual heft with period-authentic physical character. This isn?t just a textbook?it?s a time capsule from a pivotal era when centralized computing was giving way to networks of processors sharing workloads, laying the groundwork for everything from cloud computing to blockchain. Why add this to your collection? Beyond the obvious nerd cred, McGlynn?s book is a key piece of tech history. Published just as computer science was leaping into mainstream relevance, it documents the principles behind distributed processing?how computers communicate, cooperate, and coordinate in a way that was once revolutionary but now underpins modern digital infrastructure. Owning this edition means holding a piece of the story behind your smartphone, your favorite streaming service, and the very backbone of the internet itself. This book?s relevance has only grown, as distributed systems are now the beating heart of everything from social media to big data analytics. For collectors, it?s a crisp reminder of how far we?ve come and the technical roots of our digital lives. As always, a portion of your purchase helps fund literacy initiatives, turning books into bridges for communities that need them most. And because we care about the world we leave behind, your order ships cushioned in biodegradable, eco-friendly packaging?good for books, good for the planet. Reference number: #23022302.01.05 Keywords: vintage tech manual, early computer networking, classic computing book, 1970s tech literature, collectible IT history.
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