XXX: Too Hot to Handle

I understand where Professor Lessig is coming from but I’m not so sure I agree with his conclusion. Lessig refers to the trend we’re currently seeing from regulating legislation and advanced technology in attempting to “tame” the internet.

I think one of the most exciting aspects of the internet is that it can not be controlled from the top down. Instead, global governments should try to instill a voluntary approach like they are doing for porn sites. Creating the dot-xxx sites allow once questionable sites to offer safer online payment options. Purchasing the domain does not regulate any of the conduct and can still be accessed to anyone. I think the dot-xxx option is a great example of the internet opting to regulate itself and begins to address ethical issues online.
(You can Google “xxx domain” or “xxx domain ethical” and it will bring up a bunch of articles- enjoy!)