Highly recommended. Times Higher Education Supplement A broad, thoughtful and stimulating account ... that is highly suitable for undergraduate courses in communications and media. Australian Journal of Communication A highly accessible and detailed introduction ... I would recommend this book to newcomers to the study of the internet and new media. Media International Australia An interesting and enjoyable read, offering a clear and detailed account of how the internet is used at individual as well as more global levels ... an insightful guide for students and lay-readers alike ... the book raises all readers' awareness of existing challenges and concerns associated with social inclusion (and exclusion), internet regulation and policy debates that are more than often overlooked in the current enthusiasm and excitement with regards to the new possibilities the internet is said to offer. Learning, Media and Technology