Technology and the FutureTECHNOLOGY AND THE FUTURE offers an unsurpassed collection of readings on how technology shapes society while itself being shaped by social trends. It presents a balanced view, including critics of technology as well as technological enthusiasts. By including both philosophical approaches, as well as discussions of such specific technologies as information technology and biotechnology, this text offers a unique and unparalleled overview of technology today. |
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THINKING ABOUT TECHNOLOGY | 1 |
How Society Shapes Technology | 13 |
TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL PROBLEMS | 23 |
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