On Thu, 2 Apr 1998, Jennifer DePalma wrote:
To clarify: I'm serious about this question, if for no other reason than I am editing a paper that basically claims it is impossible to regulate the internet. I wish that were true, but I'm not sure I buy it. Any input is most appreciated.
I am serious about my answer too. My answer is "no". To clarify: I do NOT think it is feasible "to regulate the Internet". The feds don't have enough clueservers to keep up with the technology and the growth. Only Fidel Castro could single-handedly regulate the Internet, but he still doesn't have Internet access (besides that AOL account), so that's a moot point. Trying to "regulate the Internet" is like the government trying to regulate an individual's bowel movements. Ex-Lax does a better job, but still can't do it right. Just say no to government sponsored prostate exams and body cavity searches. Ken