Digital Precipice

The newly published book by Markus Gaulke ventures on a difficult task: A subject, often concealed by the computer trade, is described in detail and illustrated by citing hundreds of real computer mishaps. The abundance of examples makes clear - even to the computer illiterate - which risks and dangers are connected to the increasing use of Information Technology (IT) in all parts of human life. Readily assess the risks associated with the use of information technology and avoid learning the hard way after reading detailed accounts of the negative experiences of well-known firms and institutions. (The same firms that frequently boast of innovative state-of-the-art computer hardware and software products.) For the computer experts, the author moreover comments on typical weak points and strategies used by hackers and computer criminals.

The book presents a different view on the achievements of digital engineering and the underlying trade to all readers who are responsible for information systems as well as consultants, scientists, auditors and students . The insights about