Technologies of Freedom

by Itheil de Sola Pool

Examines the impact of cable television, computer networks, communication satellites, and other modern technology on free speech and freedom of the press

Genres: Politics, Technology

344 pages, Hardcover

First published May 5, 1983

Reviews

[Indra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Written in 1983 before the term 'internet was used outside a few universities and research centres, Pool captures so many of the issues related to changes in communciations and media debated now but with more clarity and insight than all but a few. Essential reading.

[A.C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent text on policy. In some ways, it was as if he could see to the now because a lot of the things he talks about are prescient now.

[Ivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

the landmark of media convergence talk. often considered as a must read for new media scholars.