Andre Smith

Al Jazeera

Many argue that it is a human right to have access to Internet. I believe that it is a right to have access to Internet if the Internet is available. However, in a few third world countries Internet is not available over the whole country, but if a country has Internet and restricts of blocks people from using it, then I think they are violating a human right. As Internet access enables you to exercise the other rights, such as freedom of speech or freedom of development.

I believe that providing free Internet access universally would be a great initiative, as many people especially in third world countries either do not have access where they are located, or just cannot afford it. So by providing free and effective Internet access we would be connecting the whole world together and allowing everyone to experience the same benefits and opportunities online.

In 2016 Tesla CEO and SpaceX owner Elon Musk and wanted permission from the US Government to launch over 4000 satellites into space in order to provide global internet coverage. This includes remote/rural areas, boats at sea and aircrafts. Operations for this idea have taken place, but no official date has been given for when it’ll be ready. Musk says it will take several years for the first 800 satellites to be launched. However, this Internet service will still cost money. I believe that every government in the world should strive towards paying for country wide Internet so that their population can enjoy free access.