Explores a concept central to modern science and society, from thermodynamicsand DNA to our use of the mobile phone and the Internet. Considers concepts such as 'Infoglut' (too much information to process) and the emergence of an information society. Addresses the meaning and value of information in science, sociology, and philosophy. Raises the broader social and ethical issues relating to privacy, accessibility, and ownership of information
- ISBN: 978-0-19-955137-8
- Editorial: Oxford University
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 152
- Fecha Publicación: 28/02/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés