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Now in its third Canadian edition, New Media: An Introduction surveys the social, political, and economic impacts of new media, from the early days of the telegraph to the latest mobile and network technologies. Drawing on the most recent research in the field, the text explores crucial topics such as social networking and participatory cultures, gaming and mobile technologies, creative industries, and Internet law, policy, and governance. Featuring an in-depth treatment of new media theories, engaging case studies, and Canadian examples throughout, New Media offers students a comprehensive introduction from a Canadian perspective. This third edition will be the most up-to-date new media text on the market. It includes new discussion of current issues and topics, including race, feminism, non-linear storytelling, mass communication, privacy, and DIY media. This edition also includes more headings to help readers navigate topics easily. Now a slightly longer book, the third edition of New Media accommodates expanded topics and new discussion while still remaining concise and teachable.