1. Auflage - Dezember 2007
44,90 Euro
2007. 666 Seiten, Softcover
- Monographie -
ISBN-10: 0-470-06553-2
ISBN-13: 978-0-470-06553-2 - John Wiley & Sons

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Computing technology is constantly evolving and changing, developing and consolidating its position as a vital component of our lives. It no longer plays a minor part in society - it is embedded in, and affects, all aspects of life, from education to healthcare to war. Dealing with the implications of this is a major challenge, and one that can impact upon us, both personally and professionally. As a consequence, it is vital that all in the computing industry make wise decisions regarding their conduct.


Using case studies and discussion topics drawn from entertaining real world examples, Pandora's Box examines the background of a wide range of vital contemporary issues, encouraging readers to examine the social, legal and ethical challenges they will face in their own careers.


Written in an engaging style and packed with international examples, this book addresses topics which have come to the forefront of public consciousness in recent years, such as online crime, piracy and peer to peer file sharing. Comprehensive coverage is provided of digital entertainment, censorship and privacy issues, presenting a rich source of context in which to consider ethical matters.


Suitable for students on computer science degree programmes, as well as those taking IT related modules on other courses which consider the impact of technology on 21st century living, Pandora's Box is an essential read and a unique and timely textbook.

Aus dem Inhalt
* Introduction
* Emergence & Convergence of Technologies
* Digital Entertainment
* Censorship & Freedom of Speech
* Sex & Technology
* Governance of the Internet
* Privacy & Surveillance
* Information Age Warfare
* Technology & the Human Body
* Professionalism in IT
* Online Crime & Real Punishment
* Patents & Copyright
* Unwanted Electronic Attentions
* Education & Online Learning
* Living & Working in a Wired World