Author: | Gavish, B. Gerdes, J. |
Title: | Anonymous mechanisms in group decision support systems communication |
Journal: | Decision Support Systems
1998 : OCT, VOL. 23:4, p. 297-328 |
Index terms: | DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEMS COMMUNICATION GROUP DECISION MAKING |
Language: | eng |
Abstract: | Using group decision support systems (GDSS) as a backdrop, this paper looks at the issues surrounding anonymity, with particular emphasis on how it may be achieved. Ensuring anonymity requires more than simple encryption. Anonymity is viewed as a composite of three types of anonymity -- environmental, content-based and procedural. Each type is investigated and procedures developed to improve the anonymity of the system. Behavioral and operational costs are identified for each of the three types of anonymity. |
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