Book description
Why is the internet so broken, and what could ever possibly fix it? In Internet for the People, leading tech writer Ben Tarnoff offers an answer. The internet is broken, he argues, because it is owned by private firms and run for profit. Google annihilates your privacy and Facebook amplifies right-wing propaganda because it is profitable to do so. But the internet wasn't always like this--it had to be remade for the purposes of profit maximization, through a years-long process of privatization that turned a small research network into a powerhouse of global capitalism. Tarnoff tells the story of the privatization that made the modern internet, and which set in motion the crises that consume it today. The solution to those crises is straightforward: deprivatize the internet. Deprivatization aims at creating an internet where people, and not profit, rule. It calls for shrinking the space of the market and diminishing the power of the profit motive. It calls for abolishing the walled gardens of Google, Facebook, and the other giants that dominate our digital lives and developing publicly and cooperatively owned alternatives that encode real democratic control. To build a better internet, we need to change how it is owned and organized. Not with an eye towards making markets work better, but towards making them less dominant. Not in order to create a more competitive or more rule-bound version of privatization, but to overturn it. Otherwise, a small number of executives and investors will continue to make choices on everyone's behalf, and these choices will remain tightly bound by the demands of the market. It's time to demand an internet by, and for, the people now.
Chew Chew
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Cool Iris
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Manimal
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Atomic Blastoid
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BuzzMouse
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Esquire
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Black Firefly
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Vortex
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Gumby Train
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Bridge Whip
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Digital Equinox
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Find It Girl
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Bugger
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Mum Mary
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Dandelion
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences.
Casanova
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FireBrang
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Kamikaze Granny
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Slinger
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me! Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. Iβve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers!
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience