Matthew N O Sadiku

Today, we live in cyber world where everything is digital and data is king. The world is experiencing a data revolution and it permeates almost every aspect of modern life. With the world witnessing a digital revolution, data is now the fuel that drives forward the 21st century. In this age, data drives everything and the amount of data you have to deal with is immense and complex.We are in the big data era. Data is on everybody's mind and big data is hitting us from all angles. Big data refers to the large volume of structured and unstructured data with the implicit potential to be mined for information. It consists of large amounts of data produced very quickly by a high number of diverse sources. This data is due to Internet, high-speed networks, mobile, IoT, social data, industrial operations, etc. all across the world. Big data is a collection of complex data sets that are so intense in their volumes that traditional data processing software cannot handle them. It has become the mainstream technology across various industries. The growth in big data has been phenomenal. Without a doubt, BD will continue to play a crucial role in many industries around the world.

The author of this book has identified the seven key emerging Internet-related technologies: Internet of things, smart everything, big data, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software-defined networking, and online education. Together these technologies are transformational and disruptive. This book provides researchers, students, and professionals a comprehensive introduction, applications, benefits, and challenges for each technology. It presents the impact of these cutting-edge technologies on our global economy and its future. The word "technology" refers to "collection of techniques, skills, methods, and processes used in the production of goods or services."

Africa is a booming continent with incredible growth potential and is the second-largest continent in the world. The continent is home to immense potential and abundant resources. It is also the home to some of the youngest populations in the world. The continent is not just catching up with the world; it is propelling itself to the forefront of innovation. Africa is closely watched as the next big growth market. Technologies impact every aspect of our modern society. African economies have been held back from their full potential, but the emerging technologies could help change that. The technologies have been gaining a lot of attention from businesses, investors, educators, and governments across Africa. They are having an influence on African lives, well-being, and resilience. They have come to be perceived as a groundbreaking method that can bypass the several systemic flaws affecting the continent. This book explores the use of emerging technologies in Africa. These technologies include artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, cloud computing, nanotechnology, Internet of things, blockchain, and drones. The book is organized into ten chapters that summarize these technologies and their adoption in African nations. It is a must read for those interested in the socio-economic development of Africa.

This is a comprehensive introductory text on the issues, ideas, theories, and applications of emerging technologies in the architecture industry. It provides an overview of each technology in simple terms so that beginners can understand it. It is a must-read book for anyone who wants to learn about modern architecture, which has become vital in many areas of life.