The Declaration of the Independence of Cyberspace

The Declaration of the Independence of Cyberspace, written by John Perry Barlow in 1996, is a statement asserting that the internet should be a free and open space, beyond government control. Barlow argues that cyberspace is a separate domain where people can share ideas, innovation, and culture without interference from traditional authorities or laws. He believes that the internet should develop independently, respecting individual freedom and the collective spirit of the digital community, emphasizing that regulations should not hinder its growth. Essentially, it's a call for digital sovereignty and the preservation of online liberty.