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This essay discusses the control of the internet by national governments. It provides detailed studies on the US, Germany, Italy, and further case studies on Brazil, Canada, India, the Netherlands, South Africa, and Switzerland. The essay discusses national security, freedom of expression, and privacy concerns.
In recent years, Internet control has become one of the major indicators to assess the balance between freedom and security in democracies. This book explores and compares why, and to what extent, national governments decide to control the Internet and how this impacts on crucial socio-economic activities and fundamental civil rights. The author provides detailed studies on the US, Germany, Italy and further case studies on Brazil, Canada, India, the Netherlands, South Africa and Switzerland, to address topics such national security, freedom of expression and privacy.
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