A gift of fire : social, legal, and ethical issues for computing technology (3rd ed)

In this timely revision of a best-seller, Baase explores the social, legal, philosophical, ethical, political, constitutional, and economic implications of computing and the controversies they raise.

With a computer scientist's perspective, and with historical context for many issues, she covers the issues students will face both as members of a technological society and as professionals in computer-related fields.

A primary goal is to develop computer professionals who understand the implications of what they create and how it fits into society at large.

This text is ideal for courses in Computer Ethics and Copmputers and Society.

Updated throughout, the Third Edition removes outdated material and adds many new topics.

Supplements: -Visit the Author Website to access instructor materials including a lecture outline, assignments, class discussion questions and more. - To download additional password protected instructor files, including Power Point Slides, Test Bank, and other class materials, click on the 'Resources' tab.