IMPACT OF IT -3

This week we will tackle the tough topics of anonymity, net neutrality, censorship, and controlling speech. All these topics can easily start a debate among the most conservative individuals. It is important to understand these concepts can sometimes counteract the progression of technology in society.

Pick a topic below and post your reply by Wednesday at midnight. Your response should be at least 200 words and appropriately cites your resources.

Topics:

• What is the Telecommunications Act of 1996?
• How has the idea of offensive speech changed since technology has progressed?
• Do you consider the internet an appropriate tool for children? At what age do you introduce children to the internet?
• What is data leakage? What does the term insider threat mean?
• What are some kinds of Web sites that should prohibit anonymity?