Handbook of research on urban informatics : the practice and promise of the real-time city / [edited by] Marcus Foth. - Hershey, PA : Information Science Reference, c2009. - xxxv, 470 p. : ill., maps ; 29 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

'This book exposes research accounts which seek to convey an appreciation for local differences, for the empowerment of people and for the human-centred design of urban technology'--Provided by publisher.

9781605661520 (hardcover) RM821.50 160566152X (hardcover)


Cities and towns--Effect of technological innovations on--Case studies.
Sociology, Urban--Case studies.
Computer networks--Social aspects.
Information technology--Social aspects.
Telecommunication--Social aspects.
Information society.