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The Real World of Technology (CBC Massey Lectures series) Revised Edition,New
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In this expanded edition of her bestselling 1989 CBC Massey Lectures, renowned Canadian scientist and humanitarian Ursula M. Franklin examines the impact of technology upon our lives and addresses the extraordinary changes in the bit sphere since The Real World of Technology was first published. In four new chapters, Franklin tackles contentious issues, such as the dilution of privacy and intellectual property rights, the impact of the current technology on government and governance, the shift from consumer capitalism to investment capitalism, and the influence of the Internet upon the craft of writing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Real World of Technology'? A: The book examines the impact of technology on our lives, addressing significant changes in the digital sphere and discussing issues related to privacy, intellectual property, and the influence of the Internet.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ursula M. Franklin, a renowned Canadian scientist and humanitarian.
- Q: When was 'The Real World of Technology' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 1999, and this is an expanded edition of the original lectures from 1989.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: The book includes four new chapters that tackle contemporary issues such as government influence by technology, changes in capitalism, and the effects of technology on writing.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Real World of Technology' have? A: The book contains 210 pages.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as new.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Business & Money.
- Q: Is there an edition of this book that is revised? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Real World of Technology' is a revised edition.
- Q: What are some themes discussed in the book? A: Themes include the dilution of privacy, intellectual property rights, shifts in capitalism, and the impact of the Internet on various aspects of life.