Net Locality: Why Location Matters in a Networked World
- Adriana Araujo de Souza e Silva,
- Eric Gordon
- Emerson College
Research Output:
Book / Anthology / Report
Book
Peer-reviewPublication Information
Output type
Research Output:
Book / Anthology / Report
Book
Peer-reviewOriginal language
EnglishPublication milestones
- Published - 04/2011
Publication status
Published - 04/2011
Place of publication
Boston, USAPublisher
Wiley-BlackwellISBN (Print)
978-1-4051-8060-3Abstract
Provides an introduction to the new theory of Net Locality and the profound effect on individuals and societies when everything is located or locatable.
Describes net locality as an emerging form of location awareness central to all aspects of digital media, from mobile phones, to Google Maps, to location-based social networks and games, such as Foursquare and facebook.
Warns of the threats these technologies, such as data surveillance, present to our sense of privacy, while also outlining the opportunities for pro-social developments.
Provides a theory of the web in the context of the history of emerging technologies, from GeoCities to GPS, Wi-Fi, Wiki Me, and Google Android.
Describes net locality as an emerging form of location awareness central to all aspects of digital media, from mobile phones, to Google Maps, to location-based social networks and games, such as Foursquare and facebook.
Warns of the threats these technologies, such as data surveillance, present to our sense of privacy, while also outlining the opportunities for pro-social developments.
Provides a theory of the web in the context of the history of emerging technologies, from GeoCities to GPS, Wi-Fi, Wiki Me, and Google Android.