Perspective: manufacturers should be liable when computer bugs leave consumers in the lurch

David Banisar

Regional Review, 2002, vol. 12, issue Q 3, 2-4

Abstract: Auto makers are responsible for the safety and reliability of their cars. So why shouldn't software makers be held responsible for buggy computer programs?

Keywords: Computers; Consumer protection (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2002
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