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Privacy Implications For Information And Communications Technology (Ict): The Case Of The Jordanian E-Government, Akram Almatarneh
Privacy Implications For Information And Communications Technology (Ict): The Case Of The Jordanian E-Government, Akram Almatarneh
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Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is one of the fastest growing sectors in Jordan. The importance of ICT cannot be ignored as it affects all aspects of Jordanian society including telecommunications, education, banking, commerce and employment. However, the issue of individual privacy in this sector is a particular challenge as individuals are disclosing large amounts of personal information than ever at a time when there are no specific privacy laws or regulations. This paper identifies this privacy challenge by providing a case study on the electronic government (e-government initiative) in Jordan. The findings of this study are surprising. Despite that …