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This book traces the history of language technology from writing the first technology specifically designed for language to digital speech and other contemporary language systems. The book describes the social impact of technological developments over five millennia, and addresses topics such as the ways in which literacy has influenced cognitive and scientific development; the social impact of modern speech technology; the influence of various printing technologies; the uses and limitations of machine translation; how far mass information access is a means for exploitation or enlightenment; the deciphering of ancient scripts; and technical aids for people with language disabilities.Richard Sproat writes in a clear, readable style, introducing linguistic and other scientific concepts as they are needed. His book offers fascinating reading for everyone interested in how language and technology have shaped and continue to shape our daytoday lives.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of the book 'Language, Technology, and Society'? A: The book explores the history of language technology from writing to digital speech, examining the social impact of these developments over five millennia.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Language, Technology, and Society'? A: The author is Richard Sproat, who presents linguistic and scientific concepts in a clear and engaging manner.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book addresses various topics including the influence of literacy on cognitive development, the social impact of modern speech technology, and the limitations of machine translation.
- Q: How many pages does 'Language, Technology, and Society' have? A: The book contains 302 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Language, Technology, and Society' published? A: The book was published on June 6, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers without a background in linguistics? A: Yes, Richard Sproat writes in a clear style that makes the content accessible to all readers, regardless of their background.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does 'Language, Technology, and Society' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Human-Computer Interaction.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Language, Technology, and Society'.