NOTAS: | The Global Commission on Internet Governance and its supporting Research Advisory Network is comprised of independent
academics and practitioners. The views expressed herein are those of the members of the Global Commission, and where applicable
of individual authors, and do not necessarily reflect the views of CIGI, Chatham House or any sponsoring organizations. "The Internet is now an essential part of our lives and a critical element of the world economy. Internet penetration increased almost sevenfold in the past 15 years, from 6.5% of the world population in 2000 to 43% in 2015." |