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| Authors: |
D. Micah Hester |
| Editors: |
Paul Ford |
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Computers · Philosophy |
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Format: Paperback, 498
Publisher: Prentice Hall (June 01, 2000)
Measurements: 8.75"(h) x 5.75"(w) x 1"(d), 1.35 lbs.
ISBN: 9780130829788 |
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<P>The readings address subjects including the global impact of computers, on-line communities, and virtual reality. Selections analyze topics ranging from privacy, copyright and professionalism to computer crime.</P> <P>The texts included in this book are by women and men of many nations and diverse perspectives. The writers include ethicists, lawyers and engineers, as well as sociologists, anthropologists, social scientists, and literary figures.</P> <UL> <LI>a multi-national flavor, appropriate to the global nature of computer technologies.</LI> <LI>student-centered introductions to each section and article.</LI> <LI>article-based introductions to the philosophy of technology in general, with particular attention to computer ethics.</LI> <LI>samples of practical guidelines and codes of conduct from different types of private, professional, and government institutions.</LI> <LI>a large selection of further resources listed both in section bibliographies and in the appendices.</LI> <UL> |
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