Joseph might take care not to confuse the OSI model with even a benign interpretation of neoliberalism. information is "a difference that makes a difference", and is measured in bits, not USD. The internet ultimately represents progress in materials and system science, where Wall St. is neither "the world" nor the font of technology, except for highly specialized HFT subsystems dedicated to front-running. "Massive privacy violations" under color of security and inviolable national sovereignty are already a way of life, thanks to you-know-who.

