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Information overload hinders our ability to learn from "summary" of The Internet of Us: Knowing More and Understanding Less in the Age of Big Data by Michael P. Lynch

In our digital age, we are constantly bombarded with information from various sources. The sheer volume of data available to us can be overwhelming, making it difficult to sift through and process everything that comes our way. This phenomenon, known as information overload, can have a detrimental effect on our ability to learn. When we are faced with an excessive amount of information, our cognitive abilities become strained. We are forced to divide our attention among multiple sources, making it challenging to focus on any one piece of information in depth. As a result, our ability to retain and comprehend new knowledge is hindered. Instead of gaining a deep understanding of a subject, we are left with ...
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    The Internet of Us: Knowing More and Understanding Less in the Age of Big Data

    Michael P. Lynch

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