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The book examines the interplay between technological advancement and societal needs, arguing against the notion of a current 'information revolution.' It traces the evolution of media technologies, such as the telegraph and computers, highlighting how their adoption is influenced by a balance between social necessity and the desire to minimize disruption. This critical analysis is vital for understanding the broader social implications of technological change.
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Media, Technology and Society, Brian Winston
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- Released
- 1998
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- Title
- Media, Technology and Society
- Subtitle
- A History: From the Telegraph to the Internet
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Brian Winston
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Released
- 1998
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 392
- ISBN13
- 9780415142298
- Category
- History
- Description
- The book examines the interplay between technological advancement and societal needs, arguing against the notion of a current 'information revolution.' It traces the evolution of media technologies, such as the telegraph and computers, highlighting how their adoption is influenced by a balance between social necessity and the desire to minimize disruption. This critical analysis is vital for understanding the broader social implications of technological change.