{"product_id":"introduction-to-surveillance-studies-9781466555099","title":"Introduction to Surveillance Studies","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): J.K. Petersen\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: CRC Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Security (National \u0026amp; International)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurveillance is a divisive issue--one might say it is inherently controversial. Used by private industry, law enforcement, and for national security, it can be a potent tool for protecting resources and assets. It can also be extremely invasive, calling into question our basic rights to freedom and privacy. \u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction to Surveillance Studies \u003c\/strong\u003eexplores technological trends, past- and present-day rationales for surveillance and surveillance devices, and current social issues surrounding them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book begins with a brief historical perspective on the evolution of surveillance technologies, then charts the development of modern-day devices from the invention of radar to the dawn of the Internet. Next, it describes emerging technologies--including GIS, GPS devices, Google Maps, biometric technology, surveillance cameras, global satellites, miniaturization of devices, and social media--that are challenging notions of privacy and the right of access to information. While focusing on the technology, the book also discusses surveillance as a phenomenon and what these technologies mean to our understanding of freedom, privacy, and the impact of technology on communications and the structure of society. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhanced with numerous photos, the book presents the pros and cons--and some of the controversy--of these increasingly sophisticated technologies, their collective impact, and what the future may hold. It is ideal for those new to surveillance; security, military, and law enforcement professionals who utilize surveillance technologies; and students of privacy, constitutional freedom, journalism, and sociology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":45236121239703,"sku":"9781466555099","price":9961.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781466555099.webp?v=1769211989","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/introduction-to-surveillance-studies-9781466555099","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}