A collection of twenty-two articles that offer opposing viewpoints on issues related to privacy, addressing questions about counterterrorism measures and privacy rights, whether medical privacy is adequately protected, and how privacy should be guarded.
Surveys the concept of the right of privacy, its history, the laws protecting it, the effects of computers and other technological developments, and the conflict of rights in such issues as national security and police investigations.
Argues that the rights to privacy of Americans have been eroded by computer technologies, criminals, marketers and government entities. Suggests measures to reclaim privacy rights and prevent future infringements.
Examines the controversy over issues of privacy in relation to the advancements in computer technology, and and raises questions regarding such topics as monitoring e-mail, inspecting medical and financial records without the knowledge or consent of those whose information it is.
