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Global networks for information, communications and computers

Published: 04 June 1973 Publication History

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When working with the concept of worldwide or global networks a clear distinction should be made between at least three different aspects. First of all, information networks based on globally distributed knowledge has a long time bearing on accumulated information and data. Secondly, computer networks that are gradually coming into existence provide various means of processing new or already existing information. For some years to come, computer networks will only to a limited extent provide adequate information and knowledge support. Thirdly, communication networks have existed for decades and are gradually improved by advancements in technology. The combined blend of all three kinds of international networks will have a considerable impact on global socioeconomical and geo-cultural trends. If bidirectional broadband telesatellites and universal, multipoint person-to-person communications are promoted, there is hope for "free flow" of information. It appears recommendable that resources should be allocated to this trend rather than an over-emphasis on "massaged" and filtered data in computer networks.
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    AFIPS '73: Proceedings of the June 4-8, 1973, national computer conference and exposition
    June 1973
    936 pages
    ISBN:9781450379168
    DOI:10.1145/1499586
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    Published: 04 June 1973

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