On Thu, 23 Nov 1995, Arthur Anderson wrote: > Actually, I dont think anyone owns the web. Its fascinating how such a > useful facet of modern society has practically evolved spontaneously; > without any grand plan or huge budget. Makes me wonder what else is > possible. The core backbone of the Web/Internet in the United States was developed with the support of millions of dollars from the National Science Foundation (and in the early days, the Department of Defense). Most university connections, until recently one of the largest communities utilizing the Internet, were also financed by NSF. Without this early investment from government, I am sure (IMHO) that we would have something quite different from the Web we know today. Susan Wageman Grants Coordinator [log in to unmask] The Tech Museum of Innovation (408) 279-7178 145 West San Carlos Street fax (408) 279-7149 San Jose, CA 95113 http://www.thetech.org