Formalising the 'No Information Without Data-Representation' Principle

In P. Brey, A. Briggle & K. Waelbers (eds.), Current Issues in Computing and Philosophy. IOS Press (2008)
  Copy   BIBTEX

Abstract

One of the basic principles of the general definition of information is its rejection of dataless information, which is reflected in its endorsement of an ontological neutrality. In general, this principles states that “there can be no information without physical implementation” (Floridi (2005)). Though this is standardly considered a commonsensical assumption, many questions arise with regard to its generalised application. In this paper a combined logic for data and information is elaborated, and specifically used to investigate the consequences of restricted and unrestricted data-implementation-principles.

Author's Profile

Patrick Allo
Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Analytics

Added to PP
2009-02-20

Downloads
498 (#30,200)

6 months
68 (#56,117)

Historical graph of downloads since first upload
This graph includes both downloads from PhilArchive and clicks on external links on PhilPapers.
How can I increase my downloads?