In the first of a four-part series, we explore the United Nations’ resolution that considers internet access to be a basic human right

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On 1 July the United Nations resolved that access to the internet is to be considered a basic human right. While this decision may seem straightforward, with the complex nature of human rights law considered, the resolution is far from simple.

To investigate, we talk to the United Nations’ special rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, David Kaye; the co-creator of the internet, Vint Cerf; and the human rights lawyer and founder of rightsinfo.org Adam Wagner.

When you’re finished with part one, listen to part two of our series.