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Book Synopsis: Privacy is one of the most urgent issues associated with information technology and digital media. This book claims that what people really care about when they complain and protest that privacy has been violated is not the act of sharing information itself―most people understand that this is crucial to social life―but the inappropriate, improper sharing of information. Arguing that privacy concerns should not be limited solely to concern about control over personal information, Helen Nissenbaum counters that information ought to be distributed and protected according to norms governing distinct social contexts―whether it be workplace, health care, schools, or among family and friends. She warns that basic distinctions between public and private, informing many current privacy policies, in fact obscure more than they clarify. In truth, contemporary information systems should alarm us only when they function without regard for social norms and values, and thereby weaken the fabric of social life.
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Are you concerned about your privacy in the digital age? Look no further than the groundbreaking book, "Privacy in Context: Technology, Policy, and the Integrity of Social Life". This thought-provoking read delves into the urgent issues associated with information technology and digital media, providing a fresh perspective on privacy concerns.
Author Helen Nissenbaum argues that it's not the sharing of information itself that bothers people, but rather the inappropriate and improper sharing. We all understand that sharing information is crucial to social life, but when it is done without regard for social norms and values, it becomes a problem. Nissenbaum suggests that privacy concerns should extend beyond personal information control and instead focus on distributing and protecting information based on the norms of various social contexts.
Traditional privacy policies often rely on the simplistic distinction between public and private, which can obscure the real issues. In reality, it's when information systems function without considering social norms and values that we should be alarmed. By reading "Privacy in Context", you'll gain a deep understanding of the complexities of privacy in the modern world and how it impacts the fabric of social life.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the vital topic of privacy. Take a step towards safeguarding your digital presence by ordering your copy of "Privacy in Context: Technology, Policy, and the Integrity of Social Life" today. Click here to learn more!
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