Niklas Maak: Servermanifest: Architecture of the Data Center and the Future of Democracy

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hatje Cantz (August 30, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3775750703
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3775750707
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches

Niklas Maak: Servermanifest: Architecture of the Data Center and the Future of Democracy

In his groundbreaking book “Servermanifest: Architecture of the Data Center,” Niklas Maak explores the hidden world of data centers and their impact on our society. Maak delves into the architecture of these massive facilities that house the servers powering our digital lives, shedding light on the often overlooked physical infrastructure that enables our online existence.

But Maak goes beyond just the technical aspects of data centers. He argues that these buildings are not just neutral containers for data, but active participants in shaping our world. The design and organization of data centers, Maak contends, have profound implications for our democracy and our individual freedoms.

As more and more of our lives are lived online, the power of data centers to control and manipulate information becomes increasingly important. Maak warns of the dangers of centralized control over our data, calling for a more decentralized and democratic approach to the management of digital information.

In an era of increasing surveillance and data breaches, Maak’s call for transparency and accountability in the architecture of data centers is more urgent than ever. “Servermanifest” is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of democracy in the digital age.

Join the conversation and explore the intersection of architecture, technology, and democracy with Niklas Maak’s “Servermanifest: Architecture of the Data Center.”
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