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UNINA9911127436103321 |
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Autore |
O'Regan Gerard |
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Titolo |
Philosophical and Cultural Aspects of Computing : A Companion Guide to Ethical and Historical Elements / / by Gerard O'Regan |
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Cham : , : Springer Nature Switzerland : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2026 |
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[1st ed. 2026.] |
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1 online resource (0 pages) |
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Undergraduate Topics in Computer Science, , 2197-1781 |
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Computers and civilization |
Technology - Moral and ethical aspects |
Computers - History |
Digital humanities |
Computers and Society |
Ethics of Technology |
History of Computing |
Digital Humanities |
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Monografia |
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-- Introduction to Ethics and Philosophy in Computing. -- A Short History of Ethics. -- Professional Responsibility of Computer Professionals. -- Ethical Software Engineering. -- Ethical Aspects of Data Science. -- Ethical Social Media. -- Ethics and AI. -- Introduction to Philosophy. -- Philosophy of Science and Engineering. -- What is a Computer?. -- What is Computer Science?. -- Algorithms and Computability. -- Philosophy of AI. -- Epilogue. |
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This essential textbook presents an overview of philosophical and cultural aspects of the computing field. In addition to examining philosophy, ethics, and culture, the text reviews the philosophy of science, engineering, and technology. It explores the nature of computer science and computer programs and delves into the nature of algorithms and computability and the philosophy of artificial intelligence (AI). Further, the book considers ethical responsibilities of computer professionals, as well as ethical issues that arise in the computing field, social media and AI. Finally, it explores cultural |
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aspects of computing and the cultural impact of computing technologies on various areas of society. Topics and features: · Presents a broad overview of philosophy, ethics and culture · Examines the nature of a computer and the difference between hardware and software · Reviews the nature of computer science and whether it is science, engineering, or mathematics · Investigates the nature of a computer program including programming languages, syntax, semantics, specification · Explores ethical software engineering and ethical outsourcing · Discusses ethical challenges that arise in social media and the AI field This practical and easy-to-follow textbook/reference is ideal for computer science students seeking to understand philosophical and cultural aspects of computing. It will also be of interest to the general reader. Dr. Gerard O’Regan is an international lecturer in maths/computing and an independent software quality and process improvement consultant. He is the author of numerous Springer books, including A Brief History of Computing (now in its 4th ed.), as well as such textbooks as Ethical and Legal Aspects of Computing and Guide to Discrete Mathematics. . |
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