Internet

The Impact of Targeting Technology on Advertising Markets and Media Competition

This paper presents a formal analysis of advertising when the Internet allows targeting of advertisements.

Access Controlled: The Shaping of Power, Rights, and Rule in Cyberspace

This book looks at how national governments are using technology to control Internet content.

Master Switch, The: The Rise and Fall of Information Empires

This book looks at how radio, television, and the telephone evolved, and argues that the Internet might be similar.

What Drives Media Slant? Evidence from U.S. Daily Newspapers

Several factors might affect whether a news outlet slants “Republican” or “Democrat.” Strong consumer demand for news that reflects their own ideology is the most important factor. The identity of the outlet’s owner is much less important.

Mediated Book, The

This paper looks at how technology is changing the book business.

Clash of the Titans: Does Internet Use Reduce Television Viewing?

This paper examines the extent to which the Internet has altered traditional leisure activities such as TV viewing.

Access Denied: The Practice and Policy of Global Internet Filtering

This books surveys censorship and filtering of the Internet around the world.

Censorship 2.0

This paper explores how nations attempt to control online content, and request firms cooperate with these efforts.

Are Ratings Informative Signals? The Analysis of the Netflix Data 

This paper analyzes ratings as signals of the quality of movies.

Choosing Between the Necessity and Public Interest Standards in FCC Review of Media Ownership Rules

This article discusses the proper standard of review for reevaluation of media ownership rules by the FCC.