Three Myths of Internet Governance: Making Sense of Networks, Governance and Regulation

By Richard Collins

The Internet is a global medium that defies and sometimes even replaces established media, yet ideas about it are largely biased by a U.S. perspective. This book draws on European and African examples to challenge three established myths about the Internet: that the market can decide its future path; that the Internet is different from "legacy" media; and that national governance is unimportant. Based on extensive empirical research (including interviews and participant observation in international governance at a United Nations World Summit), Three Myths of Internet Governance will appeal to media studies scholars and students, policy makers, and regulators.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1841502332
• ISBN13: 9781841502335
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Intellect (UK)
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 8.9"