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http://www.itu.int/ITU-D/ict/statistics/ict/graphs/internet.jpghttp://www.itu.int/ITU-D/ict/statistics/ict/graphs/internet.jpg International Telecommunication Union
So, worldwide, Stick figures from: Discoveryeducation.com
Nations that filter and restrict citizens’ internet Iran Myanmar North Korea Saudi Arabia China
On one hand, Exposes “suppressed and censored injustices”
On the other hand, Puts military operations at risk and exposes confidential government information
So which is more important- protecting secrets or exposing injustices?
San Francisco Bay Transit protests and cell phone network cut From The Guardian.co.uk
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