Discover the thought-provoking insights in 'The Closing of the Net,' a compelling book that delves into the complexities of Internet governance and digital privacy. This essential read, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) in 2016, is perfect for anyone interested in understanding the intricate balance between state control and individual freedoms in the digital age. With its accessible language, this 200-page book provides a foundational knowledge of critical issues including privacy, net neutrality, and copyright that resonate in today's high-stakes debate over digital rights.

Explore how corporations manipulate user data, why apps aren't truly 'free', and the significant implications of legislation like the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in the European context. Gain insight into the post-Snowden landscape of surveillance and its impact on data retention laws. The author, Monica Horten, expertly outlines the battles between entertainment industries and Internet companies regarding online copyright, and vividly illustrates why net neutrality is crucial for a free and open Internet.

This inspirational book is a must-read for students, educators, and anyone following the dynamic field of cyber-policy and digital media. Navigate through the chilling future risks of Internet monitoring and blocking as painted by Horten's detailed account.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509506897
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 200


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This inspirational book provides the backstory to current attempts by states and corporations to control the Internet. It explains key issues such as privacy, net neutrality and copyright in a way that is accessible to non-experts, as well as providing a clear, authoritative context for academic study.The Closing of the Net explains:˘Why apps are never 'free', and how data profiling got into politics˘How the entertainment industries went head-to-head with Internet companies over online copyright˘Why we got the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and why Europe has stronger privacy laws than the US˘How post-Snowden surveillance politics is embedded in data retention law˘Why net neutrality matters˘How cloud service Megaupload was brought downMonica Horten™s compelling account of these issues concludes with an outline of the risks we face in the future if monitoring and blocking of the Internet becomes the norm. And the results are chilling. This book is a must-read for all followers of cyber-policy, and is suitable for courses addressing digital media and society, communications policy, Internet and copyright law.