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Internet Origins: Ken McCarthy On 'How The Web Won' & The Rise Of A Connected World

Finding Genius Podcast

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The Internet's Transformative Impact

This chapter explores a hypothetical scenario where the Nazis developed the atomic bomb first, reflecting on the potential consequences for modern society. It parallels this with the early days of the internet, highlighting the struggle between corporate monopolies and grassroots innovators that shaped the digital landscape. The discussion underscores the importance of the internet in democratizing information access and fostering creativity, while reminiscing about the limitations of pre-internet communication.

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