Software & Technology - Laws, Principles & Paradoxes

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Quinn E Smith

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Pebble Tree, LLC
17 January 2025

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In the ever-evolving landscape of software and technology, there is a delicate balance between innovation, regulation, and human impact. Laws are brief yet powerful statements that capture and predict natural or societal phenomena. These laws are universally applicable principles that describe the core properties of the world and the relationships between these properties. They serve not only as descriptive tools but also as explanatory frameworks, aiming to elucidate how and why certain patterns persist. Principles, closely related but distinct from laws, are fundamental truths or propositions that form the bedrock of systems of belief, ethical behavior, or reasoning. While laws focus on the objective nature of reality, principles reveal the deeper values that inform human actions and decision-making. By making these values more explicit, principles allow them to be practically implemented in policies, actions, and societal norms. Together, laws and principles provide a comprehensive structure for understanding both the world and the human systems that operate within it. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a legal professional, a business leader, or simply a curious tech enthusiast, this book provides a comprehensive reference of technology laws and principles.

By: Quinn E Smith
Imprint: Pebble Tree, LLC
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 621g
ISBN: 9798348555764
Pages: 542
Publication Date: 17 January 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active