Business Quote by Tim Berners-Lee
“I myself feel that it is very important that my ISP supplies internet to my house like the water company supplies water to my house. It supplies connectivity with no strings attached.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Opening of Internet Access Forum, 1998
Internet should be as essential and universally provided as water, offering free, reliable connectivity.
In simple terms: Internet is a basic utility like water.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for universal, open internet access.
Themes
technology
access
equality
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- home
- business
- education
- healthcare
- government
Key Concepts
digital rights
infrastructure
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies ensure internet remains a public good?
- How can we protect net neutrality?
A Different Perspective
Market forces may resist universal provision.
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