The Encyclopedia of Gender and Information Technology is the only reference work that provides an all-encompassing perspective on the way gender and information technology impact each other. Hundreds of leading international experts have compiled their research about the role of gender in human interaction with IT and the IT profession. Special attention is paid to the contributions, challenges, issues, and experiences of women in the IT field.

This innovative encyclopedia contains more than 1,450 key terms and their definitions, supplying readers with the most complete understanding of the subject. These two volumes include 213 entries with over 4,700 references to additional works on gender and information technology in order to stimulate further research. The Encyclopedia of Gender and Information Technology is a must-have publication for every library.

• Authoritative contributions by 295 of the world’s leading experts
• A single source for comprehensive information on an expansive field
• In-depth description of key issues, terms, and concepts
• More than 4,700 comprehensive references on existing literature and research on gender and IT
• Organized by topic and indexed, making it a convenient method of reference for all IT/IS scholars and professionals
• Over 1,450 key terms with detailed definitions
• Cross-referencing of key terms, figures, and information pertinent to gender and IT