Navigating China's Internet Control

This chapter explores the multifaceted censorship strategies employed by the Chinese government, categorized into network-level constraints, service-level censorship, and overarching regulations. It highlights the paradox of required erasure of information while fostering an innovative digital economy, particularly in e-commerce. Additionally, it discusses the nuanced landscape of VPN usage and personalized censorship, emphasizing the ongoing tensions between regulation and freedom of expression.