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Aleks in Wonderland: The Story of the Internet

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Aleks Krotoski unravels the complexity of the internet.

Aleks in Wonderland: The Story of the Internet: Series 1

Aleks in Wonderland: The Story of the Internet: Series 1: Attack of the Zombie Baby Monitors

30/08/2017

Attack of the Zombie Baby Monitors

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Can we control the dark side of the internet?

Is it possible to use technological fixes to regulate the internet or is a more political approach needed?

Can we Control the Dark Side of the Internet?

The Internet is the world's most widely used communications tool. It's a fast and efficient way of delivering information. However it is also quite dumb, neutral, treating equally all the data it passes around the world. From data that forms scientific research papers, the wealth of social media to keep us all connected with friends and relatives, entertainment or material we would rather not see- from political propaganda to horrific violence, the Internet makes no distinction. 

Is it time to change that? And can we? 
In this programme Aleks Krotoski looks at whether it's possible to use technological fixes to regulate the internet or whether a more political approach is needed to governance of this vital but flawed communications medium.

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

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