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The Future of the Internet–And How to Stop It

Review

“This book is fundamental. It will define the debate about the future of the Internet, long after we haven’t stopped it. Absolutely required reading.”-Lawrence Lessig, Professor, Stanford Law School, and author of Free Culture and The Future of Ideas (Lawrence Lessig 20080531)”This remarkably researched and highly entertaining book is a must-read for all who take the ubiquitous nature of the Internet in our everyday lives for granted. The future of the internet is NOT a positive one, unless we all work collaboratively to ensure its lasting success. Zittrain’s analysis is first-class and should be widely heeded by leaders from all sectors of society.”-Dr. Klaus Schwab, Executive Chairman and Founder of the World Economic Forum (Dr. Klaus Schwab 20080701)”The most compelling book ever written on why a transformative technology’s trajectory threatens to stifle that technology’s greatest promise for society. Zittrain offers convincing road maps for redeeming that pro… Read more…