15th Conference on Computers, Freedom and Privacy: Panopticon

Abstract

Purpose

Contributions describing the 15th Conference on Computers, Freedom and Privacy: Panopticon, covering selective highlights of papers, presentations and the overall context of this meeting.

Design/methodology/approach

Observations and descriptions of key themes and ideas that were presented in a conference framework.

Findings

Significant participation at this conference.

Originality/value

This is the primary forum for the exploration of issues and challenges relating to the internet and freedom today, focusing on the impact that emerging surveillance societies have on the net and individuals particularly in light of the data mining and data sharing of personal information, combined with and the close partnership between corporations and government.

Research limitations/implications

How problems and issues are resolved by others and realizing that the power of sharing information is greatest when solutions are creative and openly shared.

Practical implications

Good to share information and network with colleagues on issues relating to privacy.

Citation

Glover, B., Owen, E. and Storm, P. (2005), "15th Conference on Computers, Freedom and Privacy: Panopticon", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 22 No. 8, pp. 4-8. https://doi.org/10.1108/07419050510633862