CMNS 130 Chapter : Spring 2013 CMNS 130 Reading Questions Week 12
18 Apr 2013
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Flew, terry, and richard smith. (2011) new media: an introduction. In what ways can mobile devices be seen as evolving along the path of earlier technological problems? create increased (perhaps unnecessary) consumer demand. Wireless and mobile devices are implicated to cause health concerns because of their electromagnetic energy; has not been proven. Use of mobile phones diverts attention from what the user is doing (ex: driving) Possible health risks from proximity to cell phone towers. Necessary electronic components are mined in conflict areas that violate human rights and impact on wildlife (birds entangled in wires or distracted by flashing lights) environmental regulation in mining processes. Social/cultural impact on youth/youth culture: use it inappropriately or leads to injuries from misuse. More surveillance capabilities: parents on kids and government on public constant connection and surveillance from workplace can lead too less clear work/home boundaries: several aspects of telecommunications policy are discussed.
