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“Digital books and other texts are increasingly coming under the control of distributors and other gatekeepers rather than readers and libraries.”

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Jonathan Zittrain
Jonathan Zittrain

Jonathan Zittrain is a renowned law professor known for his research on internet law and policy. Born on December 24, 1969, he graduated from Harvard University and has been a professor at Harvard Law School. Zittrain's research focuses on issues such as network openness, copyright, privacy, and cybersecurity. more

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