Dragnet Nation: A Quest for Privacy, Security, and Freedom in a World of Relentless Surveillance

Dragnet Nation: A Quest for Privacy, Security, and Freedom in a World of Relentless Surveillance

Julia Angwin, 2015

Overview

This book delves into the pervasive surveillance economy, examining how personal data is collected and utilized by governments, corporations, and criminals. It highlights the unsettling reality of constant monitoring through online activities, smartphones, and even vehicles. The author explores the potential consequences of this widespread data gathering, including the risk of self-censorship and the erosion of individual freedom.

Who it's for

• Individuals concerned about digital privacy and data security.
• Readers interested in investigative journalism about technology's societal impact.
• Those seeking to understand the mechanisms of modern surveillance.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 320
• Binding: Paperback
• ISBN: 9781250060860
• Publisher: Holtzbrink(MPS)/MPS
• Year: 2015