[ih] Launch of The Internet Ecosystem Book

[Eberhard W Lisse]

Joe,

it might be interesting (for your detetmination) to see when someone subscribed and how many posts.

el

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On 9. Feb 2026 at 23:18 +0200, touch--- via Internet-history <internet-history at elists.isoc.org>, wrote:
> https://www.gvsu.edu/classics/peter-anderson-77.htm
> Peter Anderson - The Department of Classics - Grand Valley State University
> gvsu.edu
>
> Given the credentials listed, you can come to your own conclusions as to the review below.
>
> However, I do discourage cross-posting; it just hits the same people on different lists.
>
> Vint can speak to whether he actually reviewed the book; unless that claim is false, this is a viable post to this list.
>
> Joe (as list admin)
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> Dr. Joe Touch, temporal epistemologist
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> > On Feb 9, 2026, at 1:12 AM, Carsten Schiefner via Internet-history <internet-history at elists.isoc.org> wrote:
> >
> > Am 09.02.2026 um 09:53 schrieb Eberhard W Lisse via Internet-history <internet-history at elists.isoc.org>:
> > > >
> > > > AI Slop Spam
> >
> > You can’t say that for sure, Eberhard - as the recommendation below comes from Professor Peter Anderson, Head of Research at - and in the absence of any other information, I can only take his email domain as a basis for it - Gmail.
> >
> > ;->
> >
> > > > >> On Feb 9, 2026 at 09:53 +0200, Gergely Buday via Internet-history <internet-history at elists.isoc.org>, wrote:
> > > > >> Dear Vint Cerf,
> > > > >>
> > > > >> did you really proofread this book?
> > > > >>
> > > > >> Yours
> > > > >>
> > > > >> - Gergely
> > > > >>
> > > > > >>> On Mon, 9 Feb 2026 at 06:36, Peter Anderson via Internet-history
> > > > > >>> <internet-history at elists.isoc.org> wrote:
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> *(Apologies for cross-posting)*
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> As a researcher, I have never come across a highly intensive and inclusive
> > > > > >>> book like "The Internet Ecosystem". The book englobes the whole Internet
> > > > > >>> Ecosystem with the correct information compared to misleading
> > > > > >>> information from blogs/wikipedia on the Internet. This book was reviewed by
> > > > > >>> Vint Cerf. I have just completed the reading, I will highly recommend it
> > > > > >>> and it is nice to have a copy to keep for reference.
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Professor Peter Anderson
> > > > > >>> Head of Research
> > > > > >>> ------------------------------
> > > > > >>> *From:* Nikesh B. Simmandree <nikeshbs at outlook.com>
> > > > > >>> *Sent:* Monday, August 18, 2025 1:35 PM
> > > > > >>> *To:* alac-announce at icann.org <alac-announce at icann.org>; alac at icann.org <
> > > > > >>> alac at icann.org>; at-large at icann.org <at-large at icann.org>;
> > > > > >>> afri-discuss at icann.org <afri-discuss at icann.org>
> > > > > >>> *Subject:* Launch of The Internet Ecosystem Book
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Dear Community,
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> I am thrilled to announce the launch of my book, *The Internet Ecosystem* —
> > > > > >>> a comprehensive exploration of the history, architecture, governance, and
> > > > > >>> future of the Internet.
> > > > > >>> This book distills decades of technological evolution — from ARPANET and
> > > > > >>> packet switching, to AI, Web3, quantum networks, and beyond — into a clear,
> > > > > >>> engaging narrative accessible to both technical and non-technical readers
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> *What the Book Covers*
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> - *The Past:* How Cold War research, ARPANET, and packet switching gave
> > > > > >>> birth to the Internet we know today.
> > > > > >>> - *The Present:* The intricate roles of ISPs, backbone providers, cloud
> > > > > >>> infrastructure, AI, cybersecurity, and global governance shaping our daily
> > > > > >>> online experiences.
> > > > > >>> - *The Future:* Insights into 5G/6G, blockchain, immersive technologies,
> > > > > >>> quantum security, and the Internet in 2050.
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> With *49 detailed chapters*, the book provides a definitive yet
> > > > > >>> approachable reference for students, professionals, policymakers, and
> > > > > >>> curious readers alike.
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> My mission with *The Internet Ecosystem* is to make the Internet’s
> > > > > >>> complexity understandable — showing not only *how* the Internet works, but
> > > > > >>> also *why* it matters and has become one of the most transformative human
> > > > > >>> inventions — while sparking dialogue on how we build a secure, inclusive,
> > > > > >>> and sustainable digital future.
> > > > > >>> In the 21st century, understanding the Internet is not optional — it’s
> > > > > >>> essential. Whether you’re a business leader, policymaker, educator,
> > > > > >>> student, or everyday Internet user, this book provides the context and
> > > > > >>> clarity you need to navigate the opportunities and challenges of our
> > > > > >>> connected world.
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> *Get Your Copy*
> > > > > >>> *The Internet Ecosystem* is now available: https://payhip.com/b/hfvYg
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Thank you,
> > > > > >>>
> > > > > >>> Best Regards,
> > > > > >>> Nikesh B. Simmandree
> > > > > >>> +230-5-907-3413
> > > > > >>> nikeshbs at outlook.com
> > > > > >>>
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