Why the Web Mustn't Become the New TV 240
An anonymous reader writes "This article argues that Rupert Murdoch's bid to own complete control of BSkyB is only part of an ongoing process to make the internet a totally 'linear' experience. The increase in the use of paginated content and the proliferation of video over transcribed interviews are, the author argues, part of a tidal shift from a browsable internet experience to a linear one that will move the user's experience of media from genuine choice to a series of locked-down 'information rides,' in order to re-secure advertising exposure. The author also writes, 'Current worries among publishing houses that magazines and newspapers will succumb to the digital written word on the internet are perhaps analogous to Victorian fears about mechanical horses taking over from real horses in the drawing of carriages. The point is being missed, the wrong fear being indulged.'"
Re:The Web as TV? (Score:5, Funny)
I'll believe that when I see Slashdot lose vertical hold.
You kids who don't understand that, stay off my lawn!
Murdoch: We control the vertical. We control the horizontal.
i'm relieved (Score:3, Funny)
to learn that when the republicans sweep back into power next month that the FBI won't be able to get that bill through congress. Republicans would never let it happen, right?
Re:Nothing but a Murdoch hit piece. (Score:1, Funny)
This reads like a bad democrat party press release. To make it sound like professional propaganda, you need to add more newspeak and double entendre. Finish it with an ironic statement that's meant to sound intelligent but really proves just how idiotic said party is. Make it soundbiteable if possible for added points.
Btw, obama voted for PATRIOT too you know. Say hi to your new boss, same as the old one.