What the Internet Looks Like in Protest of SOPA and PIPA


Updated 01/18/12 2:07 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

SOPA Protest Websites

The list of sites that are protesting SOPA and PIPA is swelling, and it's already making an impact on what the Internet looks like today. Some sites have chosen to shut down altogether (like Wikipedia and Reddit), while some make it impossible to enter without reading its message about the bill (like I Can Has Cheezburger and Tumblr), and others are taking a more creative approach at spreading Read more

Major Sites You Won't Be Able to Visit During the Jan. 18 SOPA Protest Blackout


Updated 01/18/12 6:04 PM · Posted by · 20 comments

SOPA Protest: List of Websites Going Dark

The Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) is on the minds of many since the bill was introduced into Congress late last year, and the numbers of those against the bill moving forward are rising. Not only has the president spoken out against the bill, but a number of major websites will be going dark on Wednesday for 12 hours or more to protest it. Check out the (growing) list below. Wikipedia I Can Read more

What Is SOPA, and What Does It Mean For You?


Updated 11/17/11 7:09 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

What Is SOPA?

The Internet is abuzz today regarding SOPA, the Stop Online Piracy Act, that is making its way through congress. This act may be seen as a well-intentioned copyright bill that can take down sites that host pirated content, but when you dig deeper, sites like Twitter, Facebook, and others could be subject to its regulations. Essentially, the US government and entertainment companies — like Read more