Alternative Models of Connectivity: Reclaiming Networked Spaces

<p>Alternative networking is a growing field of study and practice due to advancements in computer networking hardware, and software protocols. Methods of integrating alternative networking configurations into infrastructure present enhanced forms of empowerment and embodiment for participants. Through an analysis of multiple hardware and software examples, this research suggests that practices of sharing and collaboration, which are embedded in the history of computer networking, have the potential to reinvigorate the notion of a virtual public sphere, and support the ideals of digital democracy.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

M.A.

Level thesis:degree_level

Masters Thesis

Year dc:date.available

2015

Author dc:creator

• Bain, Philip M.

Contributors dc:contributor

• Conor McGarrigle, Ph.D.
• Adrienne Russell
• Christopher Coleman
• Matthew Taylor

• Computers
• Digital democracy
• Embodiment
• Infrastructure
• Internet
• Public sphere
• Communication
• Communication Technology and New Media
• Digital Communications and Networking

Statement dc:rights

• <p>Copyright is held by the author. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.</p>

Language dc:language

en

Repository record dc:identifier

https://digitalcommons.du.edu/etd/47

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:digitalcommons.du.edu:etd-1046