The New Frontier - Second Life


	The New Frontier - Second Life

graphictruth

8-23-2007 10:51 AM

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2nd life, second life, ethics, creativity, mmorpg, virtual community, government, regulation

graphictruth says:

Internet, Threat or Menace in a new wrapper; 2nd Life presents a huge potential challenge to those who would impose public regulation of private conduct.

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