Sorting Things Out: Classification and Its Consequences (Inside Technology)
by Geoffrey C. Bowker, Susan Leigh Star
Sorting Things Out examines classification and its consequences, exploring how systems of organization affect society, technology, and knowledge. Authors Geoffrey C. Bowker and Susan Leigh Star reveal the profound impacts of these invisible structures in the Inside Technology series.
About This Book
Classification is a fundamental process in organizing the world around us, from libraries to medical records. Authors Geoffrey C. Bowker and Susan Leigh Star examine how these systems are created and maintained.
The book highlights the role of classification in technology and infrastructure, showing its impact on daily life and decision-making. It is part of the Inside Technology series, focusing on the social aspects of technical systems.
Understanding classification reveals both its benefits and unintended consequences, influencing how knowledge is structured and accessed across various fields.
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