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Computerization and controversy : value conflicts and social choices
Title:
Computerization and controversy : value conflicts and social choices
Author:
Kling, Rob, editor.
ISBN:
9780080502632
9780124150409
Edition:
2nd ed.
Publication Information:
San Diego : Academic Press, ©1996.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (xxiv, 961 pages) : illustrations
Contents:
Heads up! Mental models for traveling through the computer world -- The dreams of technological utopianism -- The economic, cultural, and organizational dimensions of computerization -- Computerization and the transformation of work -- Social relationships in electronic forums -- Privacy and social control -- System safety and social vulnerability -- Ethical perspectives and professional responsibilities for information and computer science professionals.
Abstract:
"The Second Edition of Computerization and Controversy: Value Conflicts and Social Choices is a collection of 78 articles that examine the social aspects of computerization from a variety of perspectives, many presenting important viewpoints not often discussed in the conventional literature. A number of paired articles comprise thought-provoking head-on debate. Fields represented include computer science, information systems, management, journalism, psychology, law, library science, and sociology. This volume introduces some of the major controversies surrounding the computerization of society."--Publisher's website.
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ScienceDirect http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780124150409Available:*
Shelf Number | Item Barcode | Shelf Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| QA76.9 .C66 C6377 1996 EB | 1188848-1001 | Elsevier E-Book Collections | Searching... |
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