Computers, Ethics, and Society

Download or read book Computers, Ethics, and Society written by M. David Ermann and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2003 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As computers have become increasingly important in our everyday lives, their potential to strip away our privacy and autonomy increases exponentially. This book offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary set of readings on the ethical and social implications of computer technology. Taking into account technical, social, and philosophical issues, the contributors consider topics such as the work-related ramifications of automation, the ethical obligations of computer specialists, and the threats to privacy that come with increased computerization.