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The case of the killer robot : stories about the professional, ethical, and societal dimensions of computing / Richard G. Epstein.
Van Pelt Library PS3555.P658 C37 1997
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Epstein, Richard G.
- Language:
- English
- Genre:
- Fiction.
- Physical Description:
- x, 242, lxi pages ; 23 cm
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Wiley, [1997]
- Summary:
- In this innovative collection of computer ethics cases, Richard G. Epstein provides a fresh new approach to the social, ethical, and professional issues facing today's computing professionals. Through his dynamic exploration of a fictional industrial accident ("The Case of the Killer Robot") and the possible ramifications of poor engineering design, Epstein provides an informative, yet entertaining look at how computers can affect society. Known worldwide through portions that were presented on the World Wide Web, The Case of the Killer Robot now includes over 25 complementary articles, which help prepare readers for challenging real-life issues in the computer industry.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages xix-xl).
- ISBN:
- 0471138231
- OCLC:
- 35103506
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