The Second Edition of Computerization and Controversy: Value Conflicts and Social Choices is a collection of
78 articles that examine the social aspects of computerization from a variety of perspectives, many presenting
important viewpoints not often discussed in the conventional literature. A number of paired articles comprise thought-provoking
head-on debate. Fields represented include computer science, information systems, management, journalism, psychology,
law, library science, and sociology.
This volume introduces some of the major controversies surrounding the computerization of society and helps readers
recognize the social processes that drive and shape computerization.
Division into eight provocatively titled sections facilitates course planning for classroom or seminar use. A lead
article for each section frames the major controversies, locates the selections within the debates, and points
to other relevant literature.