The Art of Reverse Engineering: Open – Dissect – Rebuild (Cultural and Media Studies)

The Art of Reverse Engineering: Open – Dissect – Rebuild (Cultural and Media Studies)
by: Günther Friesinger (Editor),Jana Herwig (Editor)
Publisher: transcript publishing
Edition: Illustrated
Publication Date: 2014/5/15
Language: English
Print Length: 190 pages
ISBN-10: 3837625036
ISBN-13: 9783837625035
Book Description
Reverse Engineering is a term that comes originally from the field of mechanical engineering. Reverse Engineering indicates the process of analysing an existing object or system by laying out its construction plan to then rebuild it in every detail. This manner of reconstruction allows for modifications and adjustments to new demands and requirements, it signifies creative appropriation, democratisation of knowledge, further development. The contributions in this volume take Reverse Engineering to another level, applying it to the fields of arts, sciences and politics in an attempt to reveal the procedures of culture and technology at work, and the importance of access, knowledge and skills in reshaping our present times and future.
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Reverse Engineering is a term that comes originally from the field of mechanical engineering. Reverse Engineering indicates the process of analysing an existing object or system by laying out its construction plan to then rebuild it in every detail. This manner of reconstruction allows for modifications and adjustments to new demands and requirements, it signifies creative appropriation, democratisation of knowledge, further development. The contributions in this volume take Reverse Engineering to another level, applying it to the fields of arts, sciences and politics in an attempt to reveal the procedures of culture and technology at work, and the importance of access, knowledge and skills in reshaping our present times and future. Read more