Diabolus in Machina? Complex Digital Systems Interpreted through Early Modern Demonology

Based on the characterisation of complex technology as inherently magical, we interpret the engagement with digital systems within the framework of medieval and early modern demonological thought. By presenting a historicising argument that demonic understandings are inherent to the navigation of te...

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Authors: Wiesenfeldt, Gerhard (Author) ; Sinanan, Jolynna (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: 2024
In: Journal of religion, media and digital culture
Year: 2024, Volume: 13, Issue: 3, Pages: 453-474
Further subjects:B Demonology
B Algorithms
B Intentionality
B internet daemons
B complex digital systems
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