Software Engineering From Auxiliary to Key Technology

Abstract

Over the past years, computer applications have become a focus of public attention. Spectacular innovations such as the Internet, the by-now-omni-present personal computer, as well as numerous new developments in almost all technical areas have drawn the general public’s attention to information technology. A considerable portion of this attention can be attributed to the immense economic effect of information technology, including the ups and downs of the stock exchanges, the often exaggerated hopes in connection with company start-ups, and the frenzy with which a lot of companies are pursuing their orientation towards e-commerce.