How to Survive an Internet Shutdown? (feat. NetBlocks)

Описание: In this episode, our host Viktorija sits down with Alp Toker, founder and director of NetBlocks, and talks about internet shutdowns, censorship, and all the potential ways YOU can protect yourself online.

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Internet censorship and shutdowns pose significant dangers to our digital society. By restricting or controlling access to information, governments and other actors limit freedom of expression and curtail the exchange of ideas. Such actions stifle innovation, hinder economic growth, and undermine democratic principles.

Internet censorship can also perpetuate misinformation and propaganda, as it prevents users from accessing diverse viewpoints and verifying information. Not to mention the fact that internet shutdowns disrupt essential services, including healthcare, education, and commerce, impacting individuals and entire communities.

These practices violate human rights, impede progress, and hinder the development of an open, inclusive, and democratic online environment. Safeguarding internet freedom is crucial for a thriving, informed, and interconnected world.

We interviewed NetBlocks - a non-governmental organization (NGO) that focuses on monitoring and documenting internet censorship, network disruptions, and other related issues affecting digital rights. NetBlocks specializes in monitoring and reporting on internet shutdowns, which occur when governments or other actors intentionally disrupt or restrict internet access within a specific region or across an entire country. By analyzing network data, such as connectivity patterns and traffic flows, NetBlocks can identify and document instances of internet censorship and disruption.

The organization also provides real-time information and tools to individuals, journalists, activists, and organizations to help them understand and respond to internet freedom-related incidents. Through their website and online platforms, NetBlocks offers live network measurements, reports, and visualizations that shed light on internet censorship, surveillance, and other threats to digital rights.

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🕖 Timestamps:
00:00 Why are we talking about internet shutdowns
01:19 Why do governments restrict internet access?
04:39 What is internet throttling, and how it works
06:45 What happens when you restrict social media
08:14 How to avoid internet throttling
10:02 What happens during an internet blackout
11:44 How to get internet access during a complete blackout
13:59 Are internet restrictions getting worse?
16:38 How to be safer online (laws you should know, tips and tricks)
20:01 Conclusion

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