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privacy-versus-openness

A fundamental conflict discussed is between individual privacy and society's need for openness on the Internet.

1 chapter across 1 book

Release 2.1 (1998)Esther Dyson

Welcome to Release 2.1

Release 2.1 updates Esther Dyson's analysis of the Internet by integrating recent feedback and developments, emphasizing the enduring tensions between privacy, openness, and regulation. The chapter argues for a limited government role focused on education and anti-monopoly enforcement, while advocating for consumer empowerment and individual responsibility to navigate and shape the Internet environment. It highlights the importance of decentralized, voluntary actions by diverse organizations and individuals in addressing challenges such as privacy, security, and content control.