John G. Messerly
Abstract
In his article "Disclosive Computer Ethics," Phillip Brey critiques mainstream computer ethics (MCE) and argues for a disclosive computer ethic (DCE) "which is concerned with the moral deciphering of embedded values and norms in computer systems, applications, and practices."1 In this article I argue that DCE simply shifts the focus of MCE toward issues Brey deems important.
- Brey, P. (2000) Computers and Society, Vol. 30, No. 4, pp. 10--16.Google Scholar
- Rawls, J. (1971) A Theory of Justice, Harvard University Press,Google Scholar
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- Disclosive computer ethics?
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