VICNEt Reading 4.23

This article is about the different roles the internet plays in “community”. The internet is one of the biggest innovations man has created. The internet can establish a local community as well as connect one globally; these communities can be affected socially or economically. The author begins this article talking about his frequent “travels” to Australia through the internet. The internet provides a way for learning about different places and cultures like the author did, and it also can be used to meet new people. The internet can also be used to create new products as well selling products. VICNET created an online community that with its affordable access to computer networking. This gives the Victorian citizens a voice and further promotes the “community” feeling.