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THE INTERNET & THE WORLD WIDE WEB
The Internet has become such an integral part of life for people in the developed world that it is almost impossible to fathom that, little more than a decade ago, it was the domain only of technically advanced “geeks.” In that short time, the Internet has evolved from a technical curiosity to a major influence on nearly every aspect of life in developed countries. The Internet has become a social force, influencing how, when, and why people communicate; it has become an economic force, changing the way corporations operate and the way they interact with their customers; and it has become a legal force, compelling re-examination and reinterpretation of the law.
On a typical day, notes a ...
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