Underestimating-Haven't we Learned yet
As I have read the various postings from my various classmates some have the argument that the internet is indeed a powerful tool while others say we give it way to much creditablility and power than it truly has. Home I don't buy that argument and here is why. I have read the articles that Emmi has posted on the class blog about how they're using cell phones, text messaging and even the web to mobilize. I think we're all underestimating the power of what technology can do. We may see the internet as a weak tool, but other causes such as Radical Islamic based groups such as Hezbollah and HAMAS have picked up on this. By telling everyone at once they're staging a city wide protest or to spread the word for supporters to not be in an area where a bomb would go off. So I am willing to entertain a rebuttal on this argument of how the internet has no impact!
2 Comments:
Fortunately we have the Internet.In many countries where there is neither a free press nor freedom of expression, the internet is a tool that saves democracy.
In dictatorial governments, presidents can shut down tv stations, radio frequencies and stop the circulation of newspapers.
In Venezuela, President Hugo Chavez has a law, that controls the content of media. Absurd and ridiculous. But the Internet still exists for journalists and citizens that are against Chavez's government.
The Internet mobilizes citizens and helps to spread their ideas against corrupt and dictatorial governments.
I agree with you. The Internet has a big impact and can be used for good or evil. It makes me nervous that any new piece of technology can be used to benefit or hurt people. We are fortunate to have the Internet but as these terrorist organizations get a hold of these technologies they can be used for evil.
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