Internet Censorship

Covering topics ranging from web filters to laws aimed at preventing the flow of information, this book explores freedom-and censorship-of the Internet and considers the advantages and disadvantages of policies at each end of the spectrum. * Introduces key concepts and traces the evolution of Intern [...]
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Covering topics ranging from web filters to laws aimed at preventing the flow of information, this book explores freedom-and censorship-of the Internet and considers the advantages and disadvantages of policies at each end of the spectrum. * Introduces key concepts and traces the evolution of Internet censorship from its earliest days * Shows how anti-censorship groups-including the American Civil Liberties Union, the OpenNet Initiative, Reporters Without Borders, Anonymous, WikiLeaks, and the Censorware Project-band together to fight for freedom of information * Explores the role of American businesses in facilitating Internet censorship abroad * Shares opinions on Internet freedom versus Internet censorship from experts in a range of fields, including criminology, political science, philosophy, and psychology * Includes an overview of Internet usage and penetration rates by region and an examination of the Freedom on the Net 2012 findings