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1) Looking over the article as a whole, what are some of the positive developments due to the internet highlighted by Bill Thompson? The internet is a great place for education as we are now able to access many different resources online. 2) What are the negatives or dangers linked to the development of the internet? Negatives - The net is open to innovation which means it’s almost impossible to stop spam , abuse or the trading of child abuse images. Positives - We are able to connect with other people and the internet provides us with a lot of information. 3) What does ‘open technology’ refer to? Do you agree with the idea of ‘open technology’? There are very few restrictions on the internet. 4) Bill Thompson outlines some of the challenges and questions for the future of the internet. What are they? Openness carries a price. They’re are largely unanticipated consequences. 5) Where do you stand on the use and regulation of the internet? Should there be more control or more...
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