Hacking In The Humanities: Cybersecurity, Speculative Fiction & Navigating a Digital Future
by Aaron Mauro
© Bloomsbury Publishing
Book Overview
Release Date: 03-01-2024
Format: PDF
ISBN:
9781350231009
DRM Removed
Exploring The Human Side of Cybersecurity?
What does it mean to "hack" a human? ? How vulnerable are we in this digital world?
In "Hacking in the Humanities," Aaron Mauro dives deep into the intersections of
cybersecurity,
speculative fiction, and
digital humanities. The book explores how
cyberpunk stories and h
umanistic studies can provide a unique lens on our cyber-vulnerabilities and future challenges.
Quote:"Professionals in cybersecurity know that the weakest link of any system is often the human element sitting between the chair and keyboard."
Through
speculative storytelling, Mauro discusses future
political, cultural, and social realities emerging from rapid tech advances, and how a security-focused humanities education can help equip us to navigate these changes.
Why This Book Matters ?
Key Themes:
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Data Security & Privacy: Understand how we can defend our digital lives.
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Social Engineering: Insights into how humans are often "hacked."
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Resisting Surveillance: Advocacy for privacy and anti-surveillance ethics.
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Digital Literacy: Encouraging us to learn to both "read and resist" the code shaping our online world.
Mauro argues that
digital literacy today must include skills for resisting surveillance and manipulation. The book takes a **counter-cultural approach** by advocating for activism and ethical tech use, focusing on how humanities education can be a powerful tool for fostering critical and technical insights.
Your Thoughts?
Do you think we need more humanities perspectives in cybersecurity? How do you see speculative fiction shaping our understanding of digital security?
Share your thoughts below, and let’s dive into the conversation! ??✨
