Internet censorship

Overview

Internet Censorship is the action that prevents the publish of, or accessing to information on Internet. Such action is often done by governments or organizations when they believe that the information is sensitive or harmful. The opinions about the Internet censorship are opposing in different levels (from strognly disagree to very pleased). These oppinions are dependent on the knowledge of a person as well as the censorship laws which varies on a country-to-country basics.

Method of Applying Censorship

User report and request for removal: This action can be done by anyone who thinks that the content is inappropriate, such as harassment, sexual action, foul language on a website for children. The content will be removed completely if the report is accurate. Hosting Company: use regulation law or informal request on hosting companies who then must send a deny service signal when user want to go to that specific website. In this case, it depends on the request; the content of the website may still remain untouched or be deleted. Internet Service Provide: is often done in country-level where governments use their power and forcefully block the information.