The Internet-connected mega-platforms that currently mediate our daily communications are becoming increasingly efficient at handling large amounts of information, making their users increasingly addicted and dependent on them. Like any industrial technology, they create a world in which they are absolutely necessary. Contact us!
There are, however, more biological and organic alternatives, to borrow the metaphor of food. One can build local, highly diversified and federated networks instead of using globalized solutions. One can reduce technical alienation. We explore these possibilities in the broader context of appropriate technologies in a limited-energy world. We offer advice and support to associations, schools, universities, companies, and affinity groups. Read a chapter about Organic Internet.