The Internet - An Introduction to New Media

Zusatztext An interesting and enjoyable read, offering a clear and detailed account of how the internet is used at individual as well as more global levels ... an insightful guide for students and lay-readers alike ... the book raises all readers' awareness of existing challenges and concerns associated with social inclusion (and exclusion), internet regulation and policy debates that are more than often overlooked in the current enthusiasm and excitement with regards to the new possibilities the internet is said to offer. Informationen zum Autor Lelia Green is Professor of Communications, School of Arts and Humanities, Edith Cowan University, Australia. Vorwort Packed with case studies drawn from around the world, The Internet presents a clear and up-to-date introduction to the social, cultural, technological and political worlds this new media form is creating. Zusammenfassung Packed with case studies drawn from around the world, The Internet presents a clear and up-to-date introduction to the social, cultural, technological and political worlds this new media form is creating. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. Introduction 2. Development of the Internet 3. Broadening the Social Context 4. Digital Divides? 5. Harnessing the Internet? 6. Regulation and Jurisdiction 7. Information and Culture in the Public Sphere 8. Community 9. The Internet in Family Life 10. Conclusion Annotated Guide to Further Reading Questions and Exercises Bibliography Index

Product details

• Authors: Leila Green, Lelia Green
• Publisher: Berg Publishers Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.05.2010
• EAN: 9781847882981
• ISBN: 978-1-84788-298-1
• No. of pages: 256
• Series: Berg New Media; Berg New Media; Berg New Media Series
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Media science; Media Studies, Sociology, Cultural Studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Media Studies, Anthropology, Communication Studies, Media studies: internet, digital media and society, Media, Information & Communication Industries, Internet guides and online services, COMPUTERS / Online Services / Resource Directories