Function Quote by William Gibson
“I think the large part of the function of the Internet is it is archival. It's unreliable to the extent that word on the street is unreliable. It's no more unreliable than that. You can find the truth on the street if you work at it. I don't think of the Internet or the virtual as being inherently inferior to the so-called real.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Internet culture, 1990s
The Internet serves as a modern archive, but its reliability depends on critical engagement with information.
In simple terms: The Internet is an archive that needs careful checking.
Key Takeaway
Question sources, verify facts.
Themes
information
archival
digital culture
truth
verification
Mood
skeptical
curious
reflective
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- research projects
- news consumption
- academic work
- social media use
Key Concepts
archival function
reliability
digital truth
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify online information?
- What role does community play in shaping digital truth?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on digital archives can lead to echo chambers.
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