What is cybernetics?

Abstract

An address delivered at the University of Valladolid, Spain. Asks the Question‐What is Cybernetics?. Discusses popular notions and genuine difficulties. Looks at the origins, derivations and definitions of cybernetics. Considers intrinsic control and Socio‐Economic Governance in real‐time. Relates cybernetics to the current world situation.

Citation

Beer, S. (2002), "What is cybernetics?", Kybernetes, Vol. 31 No. 2, pp. 209-219. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684920210417283