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Computer Ethics [Paperback]

Deborah G. Johnson (Author)
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Publication Date: 15 Nov 2000 | ISBN-10: 0130836990 | ISBN-13: 978-0130836991 | Edition: 3

For one-semester courses in Computer Ethics, Applied Ethics, Computers, Ethics and Society, Ethics and Information Systems, Computers and Society, or Social Effects of Technology.

Written in clear, accessible prose, this text brings together philosophy, law, and technology. Provide a rigorous, in-depth exploration and analysis of a broad range of topics regarding the ethical implications of widespread use of computer technology. The approach is normative while also exposing the student to alternative ethical stances.

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  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Pearson; 3 edition (15 Nov 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0130836990
  • ISBN-13: 978-0130836991
  • Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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The third edition of Computer Ethics, by Deborah G. Johnson retains the clear writing and general approach of the widely adopted and respected previous editions. Each chapter begins with a short scenario to introduce the topic and make the issue concrete, followed by a lucid analysis of the issue. Each chapter concludes with study questions and suggested further readings.

Author Deborah G. Johnson has updated material throughout this text. Two new chapters on the Internet have been added: one focuses on ethical behavior online, and the other addresses the social implications of the Internet.

Topics covered include:

  • What is computer ethics?
  • What are the philosophical foundations of computer ethics?
  • How does computer ethics relate to professional ethics?
  • Privacy.
  • Property rights.
  • Accountability.

All topics are presented in compelling and understandable language, so that rigorous, in-depth analysis is accessible to students who may be novices in philosophy or technology studies.

About the Author

DEBORAH G. JOHNSON received the ACM SIGCAS 2000 Making A Difference Award for her "significant contribution in providing the philosophical foundation for Computer Ethics." She is a Professor of Philosophy in the School of Public Policy at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she is also Director of the Program in Philosophy, Science, and Technology.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Ethics at it's best! 12 Feb 2001
By scs9kls@leeds.ac.uk
Format:Paperback
I thought that this book was informative and well-structured. Johnson's insight into the ethical issues involved in both computing and in other areas is outstanding and provided me with a sound knowledge for the course I was studying. My only criticism would be that the book could have been longer!
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2.0 out of 5 stars Repetitive, Not for Techies 11 Feb 2002
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
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As another student who was made to read this book for a university, I also found the text to quite repetitive. The points the author is making is spread over 10 pages or more, which makes it hard to focus on the substantive parts. This book is better suited for a philosophy major interested in technology, not a computer scientist interested in philosophy. The book tends to get "muddled" itself by introducing broad topics relating to technology which lead to seemingly off-topic tangents. Much of this book isn't noticably insightful either, falling under the "common sense" category of philosophical reasoning. The writing is clear, I'll give the author that, but by the end, you felt like you took this extremely long journey without getting anywhere. Seek enlightenment elsewhere.
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3.0 out of 5 stars It's OK, but boring... 29 Oct 2007
By Stephen J. Curtis - Published on Amazon.com
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I have to read this book for a college class. I've only read the first two chapters, but I agree with the other reviews. The content is easy to understand, the author makes some good points. This book can be thought provoking, but overall, it's pretty boring and repetitive.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars . 20 Mar 2003
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This book is painful to read. The writing is clear, but it is so boring and repetitive that I can barely bring myself to pick it up. It seems like a majority of the time she rambles on about issues that aren't even specific to technology, and are, as another reader suggested, common sense. Unfortunately I have to read this book, since I am yet another CS major taking a required course in ethics related to technology. The subject isn't bad, the book is.
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