Father of the Internet: Why We Must Fight for its Freedom

The internet allows people to connect around the world.  Many countries block information that they don’t want their citizens to view.  According to the article, Vinton states approximately 42 countries filter content.  The government has imposed 19 new regulations which deter internet expansion.  The governments are afraid that individuals may criticize their life style.  They feel that the internet may spread unwanted propaganda.  As a result, the countries are trying to influence regulators at the International Telecommunication meeting in Dubai which will be held on December 3.   If the countries are successful, this would have an impact of Freedom of Speech, increase cost, and prevent individuals from being creative online.  What do you think?  Should countries censor content?

By: Vinton Cerf

Retrieved November 30, 2012

Source:http://www.cnn.com/2012/11/29/business/opinion-cerf-google-internet-freedom/index.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rss%2Fcnn_tech+%28RSS%3A+Technology%29