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future-orientation

The preamble sets a forward-looking tone, inviting readers to consider the profound structural shifts technology will bring to societies and global order.

1 chapter across 1 book

The New Digital Age (2013)Eric Schmidt and Jared Cohen

Preamble

The 'Preamble' chapter of 'The New Digital Age' primarily serves as an introductory section presenting the authors' credentials, endorsements from prominent figures, and contextual framing for the book's exploration of how digital technology will reshape global society, governance, and individual empowerment. It emphasizes the transformative impact of the internet and communications technologies on privacy, freedom, security, and the interplay between physical and virtual worlds, setting the stage for deeper analysis in subsequent chapters.