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The WebStory.com

Series exploring the birth, development and future of the World Wide Web, asking what it holds for its users.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

The WebStory.com

First Air Date

October 19, 1998

Last Air Date

November 2, 1998

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

Production Companies

The Open University

Networks

BBC Two

S01E03

Yesterday

Tells the story of the British and American pioneers of the information age have in the last 30 years changed the world through the invention of the Internet, electronic mail and the World Wide Web. E-mail and Web publsihing have made people aware that the Internet is a powerful way to share information, but not everyone is happy with thi culture of free speech - least of all the politicians. This programme reveals why, for better or for worse, the information network is here to stay.

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