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The phrase "Information Commons" refers to our shared knowledge-base and the processes that facilitate or hinder its use. The term commons refers to the land (or common grounds) that villagers shared for grazing purposes in simpler times. The issues that fall under this topic are varied and include :

Some believe that the increasing control and commodification of information restricts our ability to encourage and foster positive developments in our cultural, academic, and economic growth.

Bibliography

  • Bollier, David. 2005. Brand Name Bullies : The Quest to Own and Control Culture. Wiley. ISBN 0471679275
  • Burrell, Robert and Alison Coleman. 2005. Copyright Exceptions : the Digital Impact. Cambridge University Press. 426 p. ISBN 0521847265
  • Free Culture
  • Griffiths, Jonathan and Uma Suthersanen. 2005. Copyright and Free Speech : Comparative and International Analyses. Oxford University Press. 426 p. ISBN 0199276048