Computers In The Information SocietyAn introductory text covering the technical, cultural, and organizational changes that come with the advancement of information processing technologies and the changing role of computers in education, government, health care, and industry. Paper edition (unseen), $16.95. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
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