Algorithms of oppression : how search engines reinforce racism
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New York : New York University Press, [2018].
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Green Hills - Adult Non-Fiction
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Published
New York : New York University Press, [2018].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xv, 229 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
Language
English
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-217) and index.
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"In Algorithms of Oppression, Safiya Umoja Noble challenges the idea that search engines like Google offer an equal playing field for all forms of ideas, identities, and activities. Data discrimination is a real social problem. Noble argues that the combination of private interests in promoting certain sites, along with the monopoly status of a relatively small number of Internet search engines, leads to a biased set of search algorithms that privilege whiteness and discriminate against people of color, especially women of color. Through an analysis of textual and media searches as well as extensive research on paid online advertising, Noble exposes a culture of racism and sexism in the way discoverability is created online. As search engines and their related companies grow in importance-operating as a source for email, a major vehicle for primary and secondary school learning, and beyond--understanding and reversing these disquieting trends and discriminatory practices is of utmost importance"--Back cover.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Noble, S. U. (2018). Algorithms of oppression: how search engines reinforce racism . New York University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Noble, Safiya Umoja. 2018. Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism. New York University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Noble, Safiya Umoja. Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism New York University Press, 2018.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Noble, Safiya Umoja. Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism New York University Press, 2018.
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