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“The breakup of Bell laid the foundation for every important communications revolution since the 1980s onward. There was no way of knowing that thirty years on we would have an Internet, handheld computers, and social networking, but it is hard to imagine their coming when they did, had the company that bured the answering machine remained intact.”

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Book:The Master Switch: The Rise and Fall of Information Empires
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The Master Switch: The Rise and Fall of Information Empires

This book delves into the evolution of information industries, examining the power dynamics and technological shifts that have shaped them over time. more

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Tim Wu
Tim Wu

Tim Wu is a renowned academic whose research focuses on internet law and policy, intellectual property, and antitrust law. His works have had a profound impact on the development of the internet industry. more

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