Information Technology and Society - A Reader (Paperback)

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.

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Published in Association with The Open University
Release date:	December 1994
First published:	1995
Editors:	Nick Heap • Ray Thomas • Geoff Einon • Robin Mason • Hugh MacKay
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	448
ISBN-13:	978-0-8039-7981-9
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > General Books > Computing & IT > Social & legal aspects of computing > Impact of computing & IT on society
LSN:	0-8039-7981-9
Barcode:	9780803979819

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