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The rise of digital media has been widely regarded as transforming the nature of our social experience in the twentyfirst century. The speed with which new forms of connectivity and communication are being incorporated into our everyday lives often gives us little time to stop and consider the social implications of those practices. Nonetheless, it is critically important that we do so, and this sociological introduction to the field of digital technologies is intended to enable a deeper understanding of their prominent role in everyday life.The fundamental theoretical and ethical debates on the sociology of the digital media are presented in accessible summaries, ranging from economy and technology to criminology and sexuality. Key theoretical paradigms are explored through a broad range of contemporary social phenomena from social networking and virtual lives to the rise of cybercrime and identity theft, from the utopian ideals of virtual democracy to the Orwellian nightmare of the surveillance society, from the free software movement to the implications of online shopping. As an entrylevel pathway for students in sociology, media, communications and cultural studies, the aim of this work is to situate the rise of digital media within the context of a complex and rapidly changing world.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Digital Media and Society: An Introduction'? A: The book primarily focuses on how digital media transforms social experiences in the twenty-first century, discussing its implications in various sociological contexts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Digital Media and Society: An Introduction' is Adrian Athique.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 3, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers a range of topics, including economy, technology, criminology, sexuality, social networking, virtual lives, cybercrime, identity theft, and online shopping.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in sociology and media studies? A: Yes, this book is designed as an entry-level pathway for students in sociology, media, communications, and cultural studies.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book include theoretical discussions? A: Yes, it includes fundamental theoretical and ethical debates on the sociology of digital media.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Digital Media and Society: An Introduction'.