Ethics for the Information Age

Ethics for the Information Age, 9th Edition, by Michael J. Quinn, is a Pearson textbook that establishes a formal methodology for addressing ethical questions in digital computing. The work provides higher education students with essential grounding in logic and ethical theory, paired with an overview of technology history. This structure establishes clear conceptual tools before introducing modern technical challenges.

The core chapters connect theoretical concepts directly to cutting-edge information technology and recent global events. Key topical coverage includes generative AI models like ChatGPT, the widespread societal disruptions caused by COVID-19, and the active role of social media platforms during political protests.

Written for computer science students in higher education, this text emphasizes practical analysis over abstract speculation. It functions as a structured resource for evaluating complex technical developments within contemporary society.