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Metaverse for Dummies - by Ian Khan (Paperback)

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  • Your first step to understanding what the metaverse is all about You've probably heard that the metaverse--a word that seemingly went from nonexistent to everywhere -- is the next big thing in technology.
  • About the Author: Ian Khan is an emerging technology futurist and author, as well as a technology filmmaker whose work has been featured on Amazon Prime.
  • 304 Pages
  • Computers + Internet, Virtual Worlds

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About the Book



"Your first step to understanding what the metaverse is all about...You've probably heard that the metaverse--a word that seemingly went from nonexistent to everywhere--is the next big thing in technology. What is it, anyway? Written by a leading futurist, Metaverse For Dummies unravels the mysteries of the metaverse, for the curious and for anyone looking to get in on the ground floor. Discover how to carve out your niche in the metaverse with easy-to-understand breakdowns of the major technologies and platforms, a guide to doing business in the metaverse, and explorations of what meta means for sports, education, and just about every other area of life. The book even gives you a guide to safety in the metaverse, including how much of your real life you should share in your virtual one. This book answers all the big questions about the metaverse, in simple terms. Explore the metaverse and the major players. Get a look at how the metaverse will disrupt industries from gaming to online commerce. Discover business opportunities on the metaverse. Dive into metaverse gaming and virtual events--safely. This book is a must for anyone looking for an approachable primer on what the metaverse is, how it works, and the opportunities within it." --



Book Synopsis



Your first step to understanding what the metaverse is all about

You've probably heard that the metaverse--a word that seemingly went from nonexistent to everywhere -- is the next big thing in technology. What is it, anyway? Written by a leading futurist, Metaverse For Dummies unravels the mysteries of the metaverse, for the curious and for anyone looking to get in on the ground floor. Discover how to carve out your niche in the metaverse with easy-to-understand breakdowns of the major technologies and platforms, a guide to doing business in the metaverse, and explorations of what meta means for sports, education, and just about every other area of life. The book even gives you a guide to safety in the metaverse, including how much of your real life you should share in your virtual one. This book answers all the big questions about the metaverse, in simple terms.

  • Explore the metaverse and the major players
  • Get a look at how the metaverse will disrupt industries from gaming to online commerce
  • Discover business opportunities on the metaverse
  • Dive into metaverse gaming and virtual events--safely

This book is a must for anyone looking for an approachable primer on what the metaverse is, how it works, and the opportunities within it.



From the Back Cover



Separate metaverse fact from fiction

The metaverse offers a new frontier in the world of digital connection. It also comes with a lot of questions about what it is, where you find it, and why it's important to understand. This book cuts through the hype surrounding this new tech and gets you up to speed on what the metaverse offers now, what it promises for the future, and what you'll need to get started when you're ready to take the plunge. Get expert insight on how to stake your claim in virtual worlds that offer opportunity for personal connection and commerce.

Inside...

  • Understand what the metaverse really is
  • Discover how to enter the metaverse
  • Explore current metaverse platforms
  • Evaluate metaverse business opportunities
  • Find opportunities for learning, gaming, and creative work
  • Retain a sense of privacy and safety
  • Learn how others have found success in the metaverse



About the Author



Ian Khan is an emerging technology futurist and author, as well as a technology filmmaker whose work has been featured on Amazon Prime. Creator of the Future Readiness Score, he works with organizations worldwide to help them become future ready. Ian has been featured on CNN and the BBC and in Forbes and Fast Company. Ian is also a LinkedIn Learning Instructor.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.31 Inches (H) x 7.39 Inches (W) x .67 Inches (D)
Weight: .93 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Virtual Worlds
Genre: Computers + Internet
Number of Pages: 304
Publisher: For Dummies
Format: Paperback
Author: Ian Khan
Language: English
Street Date: February 22, 2023
TCIN: 93687643
UPC: 9781119933878
Item Number (DPCI): 247-22-1379
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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