by KechengLiu (Author)
Semiotics, the science of signs, has long been recognised as an important discipline for understanding information and communications. Moreover it has found wide application in other areas of computer science, as it offers an effective insight into organisations and the computer systems that support them. An organisation may be viewed as a system of information and communication in which human actors, with the assistance of information technology, are able to process, represent, store and consume information. Computer systems that fit into an organisation and that support and enhance its performance and competitiveness, can be better delivered if semiotic principles are understood and applied. In this book, first published in 2000, semiotic methods are introduced and illustrated through three major case studies, which demonstrate how information systems can be developed to meet business requirements and support business objectives. It will appeal to academics, systems developers and analysts.
Format: Illustrated
Pages: 232
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 11 May 2000
ISBN 10: 0521593352
ISBN 13: 9780521593359
Book Overview: This book, first published in 2000, covers applications of semiotics to computer system developments, aimed at professionals and academics.