Information Technology and Society : A Reader Paperback / softback
Edited by Nick Heap, Ray Thomas, Geoff Einon, Robin Mason, Hugh Mackay
Part of the Published in Association with The Open University series
Paperback / softback
Description
The social, political and technological implications of the information revolution are the focus of this textbook.
It explores the major social and technological issues surrounding the introduction of information technology (IT) into everyday life; presents historical and comparative perspectives on the social and technological processes involved in the uses of, control of and access to IT; and critically examines the assumptions underpinning technological development. Divided into five sections, each with a detailed introduction, the book provides a comprehensive overview of information technology, and its implications for all of us.
Contributors place the debates around IT in an international context, illustrating the importance of social values as well as government policy. Information Technology and Society is a Course Reader for the new Open University Course THD204 Information Technology and Society.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:448 pages
- Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
- Publication Date:19/12/1994
- Category:
- ISBN:9780803979819
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:448 pages
- Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
- Publication Date:19/12/1994
- Category:
- ISBN:9780803979819
