Technology and Society
- ISBN-10
- 1449668240
- ISBN-13
- 9781449668242
- Series
- Technology and Society
- Category
- Computers
- Pages
- 296
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-11-01
- Publisher
- Jones & Bartlett Publishers
- Author
- Jan L. Harrington
Description
Technology and Society illustrates the impact of technological change, both positive and negative, on our world. The author looks at how technology has brought many positive advancements to our society, and also discusses the significant repercussions that we need to consider. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.
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