Book review: COMPUTERS IN THE HUMAN CONTEXT. Ed. by Tom Forester (MIT Press, 1989)

This collection of 43 articles presents a variety of opinions on how information technology (IT) affects humankind. The editor chose articles representing contrasting opinions on many themes and issues. The articles offer historical and philosophical perspectives on IT. Most offer or imply suggestions on directions for the future use and development of IT. Most of the articles are reprints from other publications.