Presents essays that offer different opinions on automation, including whether it provides benefits for such industries as manufacturing, agriculture, and health care.

Presents the issues surrounding the growing use of RFID technology.

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Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title explores the societal impact of smartphones and related technology. Discussions include: smartphones in the classroom; use by minorities/disadvantaged groups; issues of privacy, especially related to apps; and the future of smartphones and rela; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access...