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Title: Computers: from ethos and ethics to mythos and religion. Notes on the new frontier between computers and philosophy

Journal Article · · Technol. Soc.; (United States)

This essay surveys recent studies concerning the social, cultural, ethical and religious dimensions of computers. The argument is that computers have certain cultural influences which call for ethical analysis. Further suggestions are that American culture is itself reflected in new ways in the high-technology computer milieu, and that ethical issues entail religious ones which are being largely ignored. 28 references.

OSTI ID:
5034378
Journal Information:
Technol. Soc.; (United States), Vol. 8:3
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English