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You're right, it's not. But it could have been.
by borkborkbork 10y ago
You're right, it's not. But it could have been.
- tptacek 10y agoThere is very little evidence to suggest it would be. A space program is a monumentally impressive achievement, but it's one that was generated by fiat. The Internet is the result of countless different responses to market pressures. Our telecom networks used to be effectively nationalized. You couldn't even choose your own telephone. Back when the government had a role in running the actual backbone, there were restrictions on commerce on the Internet!