Introduction to surveillance studies

Surveillance is a divisive issue—one might say it is inherently controversial. Used by private industry, law enforcement, and for national security, it can be a potent tool for protecting resources and assets. It can also be extremely invasive, calling into question our basic rights to freedom and p...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Petersen, J., K., author (author)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press, an imprint of Taylor and Francis 2012.
Edición:1st edition
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Sumario:Surveillance is a divisive issue—one might say it is inherently controversial. Used by private industry, law enforcement, and for national security, it can be a potent tool for protecting resources and assets. It can also be extremely invasive, calling into question our basic rights to freedom and privacy. Introduction to Surveillance Studies explores technological trends, past- and present-day rationales for surveillance and surveillance devices, and current social issues surrounding them.
Notas:Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
Descripción Física:1 online resource (398 pages) : illustrations
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (p. 377-381).
ISBN:9781466564718
9780429253867