Information Technology and World Politics
This unique collection of essays explores the intricacies of how the Internet has changed the way we currently approach international security, civil society, and economic development. The contributors move past the conventional wisdom, tapping new and or
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Information Technology and World Politics
Edited by Michael J. Mazarr
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND WORLD POLITICS Copyright © Michael J. Mazarr, 2002. Softcover reprint of the hardcover 1st edition 2002 978-1-4039-6057-3 All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles or reviews. First published 2002 by PALGRAVE MACMILLAN™ 175 Fifth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10010 and Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire, England RG21 6XS. Companies and representatives throughout the world. PALGRAVE MACMILLAN is the global academic imprint of the Palgrave Macmillan division of St. Martin’s Press, LLC and of Palgrave Macmillan Ltd. Macmillan® is a registered trademark in the United States, United Kingdom and other countries. Palgrave is a registered trademark in the European Union and other countries.
ISBN 978-1-349-52621-5 ISBN 978-0-230-10922-3 (eBook) DOI 10.1057/9780230109223 Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Information technology and world politics / Michael J. Mazarr, editor. p. cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. ISBN 1–4039-6057–7 1. Information technology—Economic aspects. 2. Information technology— Political aspects. I. Mazarr, Michael J., 1965HC79.155 I5393 2002 303.48’33—dc21 2002068421 A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library. Design by Autobookcomp. First edition: November 2002 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Contents
1. Introduction: Information Technology and World Politics— The Growing Connection Michael J. Mazarr
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Part One: Information Technology and the ‘‘Global Village’’ 2. Stateless Nations: ‘‘I Pledge Allegiance To . . . ?’’ Glenn McCormick
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3. Come Together? Debunking the Myth of the Internet and the Global Village Emil T. Bailey, Jr.
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4. Subnational Groups and the Internet: An Irritant to Globalization, Not a Threat Tania Stanley O’Neil
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5. The International Security Implications of Internet Use Via Satellite Glenn Hickok
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Part Two: Information Technology, Freedom, and Civil Society— Case Studies 6. Fujimori Meets Cabinas Publicas: The Internet, Journalism, and Democracy in Peru Richard Hughes
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7. Beyond the Internet: Democracy on the Phone? Alessandra Cabras
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8. China, Democracy, and the Internet Robert Peters
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9. The Internet and the Evolution of Civil Society in Iran Michael J. Rabasco
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Part Three: The Internet and Economic Development 10. From Tea Sheds to Cyber Cafes: Could an Internet-Driven Modernization Strategy Succeed in India? Sudhir Mahara
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11. Brain Drain: An Unintended Consequence of Wiring Brazil? Ryan McMichael 145 12. www.AfricanOpportunity.com Amanda Olson
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About the Authors
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Index
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C H A P T E R
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Introduction: Information Technology and World Politics—The Growing Connection Michael J. Mazarr
This volume examines a subject that has so far received scant attention, at least in terms of formal, rigorous r
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