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“We need to take information, wherever it is stored, make our copies and share them with the world. We need to take stuff that's out of copyright and add it to the archive. We need to buy secret databases and put them on the Web. We need to download scientific journals and upload them to file sharing networks... With enough of us, around the world, we’ll not just send a strong message opposing the privatization of knowledge - we’ll make it a thing of the past. Will you join us?”

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Aaron Swartz
Aaron Swartz

Aaron Swartz, born on November 8, 1986, was an American computer programmer known for his contributions to the cause of internet freedom and open access. He demonstrated an exceptional talent for computer programming from a young age and became an active member of the tech community. Swartz played a key role in the development of the RSS 1.0 specification and was a leading advocate for open access to scientific literature. Tragically, he passed away on January 11, 2013, due to depression. more

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