Broad Band: The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the Internet is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on the critical role that women have played in shaping the internet. Written by Claire L. Evans, the book explores the stories of the pioneering women who built the early networks, programmed the first computers, and invented the algorithms that power our world.
The book is divided into ten chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of women’s contributions to the development of the internet. From the early days of computing to the present day, Broad Band tells the stories of the women who have made the internet what it is today.
Chapter 1: The Women Who Made the Internet
The first chapter of Broad Band introduces the reader to the women who were instrumental in the early days of computing. From Ada Lovelace, who wrote the first computer program in the mid-1800s, to Grace Hopper, who developed the first compiler for a programming language, these women were at the forefront of the field.
Chapter 2: The Women of ENIAC
ENIAC, or the Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer, was one of the first electronic computers. It was also one of the first places where women were allowed to work as programmers. The second chapter of Broad Band tells the story of the women who worked on ENIAC, including Betty Holberton, who helped develop the first compiler for a programming language, and Kathleen Antonelli, who wrote the first computer program to play chess.
Chapter 3: The Women of ARPANET
ARPANET was the precursor to the modern internet. The third chapter of Broad Band tells the story of the women who helped build ARPANET, including Elizabeth Feinler, who ran the Network Measurement Center and helped develop the first email program, and Elizabeth “Jake” Feinler, who helped develop the first email program.
Chapter 4: The Women of the Internet
The fourth chapter of Broad Band explores the role of women in the development of the internet. From Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn, who developed the TCP/IP protocol that underpins the internet, to Radia Perlman, who developed the Spanning Tree Protocol, women have played a critical role in shaping the internet.
Chapter 5: The Women of the Web
The fifth chapter of Broad Band tells the story of the women who helped build the World Wide Web. From Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn, who developed the TCP/IP protocol that underpins the internet, to Tim Berners-Lee, who invented the World Wide Web, women have played a critical role in shaping the internet.
Chapter 6: The Women of the Open Source Movement
The sixth chapter of Broad Band explores the role of women in the open source movement. From Debian founder Ian Murdock to Linux creator Linus Torvalds, women have played a critical role in shaping the open source movement.
Chapter 7: The Women of the Digital Divide
The seventh chapter of Broad Band explores the digital divide, which refers to the gap between those who have access to technology and those who do not. Women are often disproportionately affected by the digital divide, and this chapter tells the story of the women who are working to bridge the gap.
Chapter 8: The Women of Cybersecurity
The eighth chapter of Broad Band explores the critical role that women play in cybersecurity. From the women who developed the first computer virus to the women who are working to protect the internet from cyber attacks, women have played a critical role in shaping the field.
Chapter 9: The Women of the Future
The ninth chapter of Broad Band looks to the future and explores the role that women will play in shaping the internet in the years to come. From the women who are developing new technologies to the women who are working to ensure that the internet is accessible to all, women will continue to play a critical role in shaping the internet.
Chapter 10: Conclusion
In conclusion, Broad Band is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on the critical role that women have played in shaping the internet. From the early days of computing to the present day, women have played a critical role in shaping the internet, and this book tells their stories. Whether you are a tech enthusiast or simply someone who is interested in the history of technology, Broad Band is a must-read.
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