DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
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Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#2I get that the background image is the "subject" image in the before and after SOPA/PIPA boxes...but I think for most people, it will look like content failed to load. Especially because the two (low contrast) backgrounds don't appear to be substantially different. I had to look it over twice to even notice a difference.
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#3I get that the background image is the "subject" image in the before and after SOPA/PIPA boxes...but I think for most people, it will look like content failed to load. Especially because the two (low contrast) backgrounds don't appear to be substantially different. I had to look it over twice to even notice a difference.
I had exactly the same reaction. I had to go back and forth a few times to see the difference. Perhaps making the transition more obvious with a fade or having the connecting paths be different colors?
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#4I get that the background image is the "subject" image in the before and after SOPA/PIPA boxes...but I think for most people, it will look like content failed to load. Especially because the two (low contrast) backgrounds don't appear to be substantially different. I had to look it over twice to even notice a difference.
I read your comment before viewing the page and still had a hard time figuring out what I was being shown.
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#5Also, the site linked to for "Call your representative now" (http://fightforthefuture.org/) is either outdated or factually incorrect:
"The Stop Online Piracy Act could pass this week."
IIRC, Congress is in winter recess. Also, it's still in subcommittee: http://www.opencongress.org/bill/112-h3261/actions_votes
And of course, its Senate-companion must be voted on, too, before it reaches the President.
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#6I get that the background image is the "subject" image in the before and after SOPA/PIPA boxes...but I think for most people, it will look like content failed to load. Especially because the two (low contrast) backgrounds don't appear to be substantially different. I had to look it over twice to even notice a difference.
I had exactly the same reaction. I had to go back and forth a few times to see the difference. Perhaps making the transition more obvious with a fade or having the connecting paths be different colors?
That was bothering me too. Looks good now :)
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#7Am I the only one who finds the symbol of the clenched fist to be a real turn-off for any feeling of support for these kinds of sites?
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#8Am I the only one who finds the symbol of the clenched fist to be a real turn-off for any feeling of support for these kinds of sites?
Why so? It is a common symbol for groups fighting for civil liberties
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#9Am I the only one who finds the symbol of the clenched fist to be a real turn-off for any feeling of support for these kinds of sites?
Yes, you are. The fist symbolizes strength through solidarity and partnership, which is the only strategy that most Americans have for confronting consolidated corporate power.
Re: DefendTheInter.net: An illustrated guide on why the Internet needs saving.
#10Thank you for this -- an accessible presentation of the most important facts and numbers on a contemporary, quickly moving issue. We could use more of this from journalistic outlets as well (albeit without the editorializing).
And the 'What the Internet could look like...' scroll down is simple yet truly elegant. Bravo.