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Strategic Computing: DARPA and the Quest for Machine Intelligence, 1983-1993 (History of Computing)

Name: Strategic Computing: DARPA and the Quest for Machine Intelligence, 1983-1993 (History of Computing)
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Book Synopsis: The story of the U.S. Department of Defense's extraordinary effort, in the period from 1983 to 1993, to achieve machine intelligence.

This is the story of an extraordinary effort by the U.S. Department of Defense to hasten the advent of "machines that think." From 1983 to 1993, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) spent an extra $1 billion on computer research aimed at achieving artificial intelligence. The Strategic Computing Initiative (SCI) was conceived as an integrated plan to promote computer chip design and manufacture, computer architecture, and artificial intelligence software. What distinguished SCI from other large-scale technology programs was that it self-consciously set out to advance an entire research front. The SCI succeeded in fostering significant technological successes, even though it never achieved machine intelligence. The goal provided a powerful organizing principle for a suite of related research programs, but it did not solve the problem of coordinating these programs. In retrospect, it is hard to see how it could have.

In Strategic Computing, Alex Roland and Philip Shiman uncover the roles played in the SCI by technology, individuals, and social and political forces. They explore DARPA culture, especially the information processing culture within the agency, and they evaluate the SCI's accomplishments and set them in the context of overall computer development during this period. Their book is an important contribution to our understanding of the complex sources of contemporary computing.

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Discover the untold story of the fascinating quest for machine intelligence in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s with "Strategic Computing: DARPA and the Quest for Machine Intelligence, 1983-1993" book. This captivating narrative delves deep into the extraordinary effort by the U.S. Department of Defense to advance the development of "machines that think." With its unique and integrated plan, the Strategic Computing Initiative (SCI) aimed to revolutionize computer chip design, computer architecture, and artificial intelligence software, making it an unparalleled project in the history of computing.

Written by renowned authors Alex Roland and Philip Shiman, "Strategic Computing" uncovers the pivotal roles played by technology, individuals, and social and political forces in the SCI. Analyzing the DARPA culture and the agency's information processing strategies, this book sheds light on the profound impact the SCI had on technological advancements during this era. Although machine intelligence remained a challenging goal, the SCI spearheaded remarkable breakthroughs, making it an essential chapter in the evolution of computing technology.

Gain invaluable insights into the complexities of the SCI and its influence on contemporary computing with "Strategic Computing." Whether you are a history enthusiast, computer science student, or simply curious about how technology has evolved, this book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the pursuit of artificial intelligence. Unleash your curiosity, and immerse yourself in the world of machine intelligence with "Strategic Computing."

Take the plunge into the world of machine intelligence and order your copy of "Strategic Computing" today!

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