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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...

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Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Petersen, Julie K.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Boca Raton, Fla. : CRC Press, ©2013.
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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.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (x, 385 pages) : illustrations
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (pages 377-381).
ISBN:9781466555105
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1466555092
9781466555099