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Netscape brought the Internet alive with the browser. They made the Internet so that Grandma could use it, and her grandchildren could use it. The second thing that Netscape did was commercialize a set of open transmission protocols so that no company could own the Net.
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What this quote means
Netscape revolutionized Internet accessibility and helped establish it as a public utility.
This quote by Thomas Friedman reflects on the significant contributions of Netscape in making the Internet user-friendly and accessible for everyone, including those without technical expertise. By commercializing open transmission protocols, Netscape ensured that the Internet remained a shared resource, promoting the idea that no single entity could monopolize this vital communication tool, which fosters innovation and connectivity globally.
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InternetNetscapeAccessibilityProtocolsInnovationTechnology
In practice
Example use cases
During a keynote speech about digital transformation, this quote can illustrate the importance of accessibility in technology.
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