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The art of invisibility

the world's most famous hacker teaches you how to be safe in the age of Big Brother and big data
2019
"[Kevin Mitnick maintains that] your every step online is being tracked and stored, and your identity literally stolen ... [He] uses true-life stories to show exactly what is happening without your knowledge, teaching you 'the art of invisibility' -- online and real-world tactics to protect you and your family, using easy step-by-step instructions ... [Covers] everything from password protection and smart Wi-FI usage to advanced techniques designed to maximize your anonymity"--Provided by publisher.

The internet of things

2022
"As the number of digital devices used in daily life grows, it comes as no surprise that the next step in technological evolution is to conveniently interconnect these devices. This is where the Internet of Things fits in. The Internet of Things refers to all devices that are connected to the internet and share data on it, but there are numerous applications for this technology, ranging from smartphones to driverless cars. Despite the convenience smart devices offer, they also raise significant concerns about data privacy and security. Readers will encounter contrasting viewpoints on this timely and evolving issue"--.

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the right to be forgotten
2016
Argues for giving a person the right to request that digital personal information about themselves be deleted or hidden.

Social media issues

2019
This book examines shifting public opinion on various issues with social media and how people have communicated throughout history, tracing the path of how Americans think about social media with each chapter providing insightful commentary on a selected primary source.

Are smartphones a threat to privacy?

"Describes the rise of cell phone privacy concerns, how these issues affect individuals and society, and how these issues are being addressed"--Provided by publisher.

DNA testing and privacy

Explores the issues surrounding DNA testing and privacy by placing opinions from a wide range of sources in a pro/con format.

DNA testing and privacy

2020
"Containing viewpoints from diverse voices in the field, this volume helps readers to examine the controversies surrounding home DNA tests"--Amazon.

Mass government surveillance

spying on citizens
"The Patriot Act, which was passed shortly after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, has allowed the government to monitor communication by phone, email, or social media, to access credit and bank reports, or to track activity on the internet. This book examines the new methods used by the government to spy on citizens, the reasons it became necessary, and the tradeoffs between increased safety and a loss of privacy, and the moral arguments for and against these tradeoffs"--Amazon.

A smart kid's guide to Internet privacy

Explores ways to use the Internet safely, and discusses privacy issues, e-mail, junk mail, spyware, blocking online predators, and other topics.
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Business and big data : influencing consumers

Discusses shady business practices, fraudulent banking, multinationals, industrial espionage, and big data's influence in retail and advertising.
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