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Introducing On Point: The Internet Archive is in danger

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Feb 21, 2025
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James Grimmelman
James Grimmelmann, a professor of digital and information law at Cornell Tech, joins Brewster Kahle, founder of the Internet Archive. They dive into the vital role of the Internet Archive and its Wayback Machine in preserving digital history. The discussion highlights the looming copyright lawsuits that threaten its existence. Grimmelmann unpacks the complexities of digital lending and the struggles between archival accessibility and copyright laws. Their insights emphasize the need to protect our digital heritage in an increasingly legal battleground.
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ANECDOTE

Stefanik's Statement

  • Meghna Chakrabarti shared how Congresswoman Stefanik's 2021 statement condemning violence disappeared from her website.
  • The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine preserved this record, highlighting its importance.
INSIGHT

Importance of the Archive

  • The Internet Archive is crucial for accountability and historical memory.
  • The web's design is flawed because content can be easily altered or deleted, making archives essential.
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How the Archive Works

  • The Internet Archive preserves over 900 billion web pages by using its own servers and daily crawls.
  • It allows users to explore past versions of websites through the Wayback Machine.
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