Ball, James

The System: Who Owns the Internet, and How It Owns Us

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ISBN 13:: 9781526607232
author:: Ball, James
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 288
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.9 centimeters (0.20 kg
Genre:: Computers, Web, General,
Condition:: New
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The System Who Owns the Internet, and how it Owns Us by James Ball A fascinating exposé of the world behind your screen, this book takes us beyond the familiar faces of tech giants to reveal the hidden forces that shape our online lives. By exploring the inner workings of the internet system, Ball sheds light on the concentration of power in unexpected places. The internet is often seen as a neutral, abstract entity, but in reality, it is a complex network of physical connections and financial interests. This powerful book follows the journey of those who power the internet, from computer scientists to cable operators, billionaire investors to ad men, intelligence agencies to regulators. Ball shows how an invention once hailed as a democratizing force has instead concentrated power in places it already existed. A timely and important exploration of our digital world, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the true nature of the internet and its impact on society.

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