Intermediary Censorship

 
Internet censorship occurs around the world through a multitude of methods. This article looks specifically at the emerging trend of intermediary censorship, where government directives mandate that online service providers (OSPs) censor hosted content such as blogs, social networking services and websites. According to the article, censorship at the OSP level is effective at blocking content from reaching both the local and international level, giving government’s more thorough control of the Internet. The article looks at recent developments in intermediary censorship in China, as well as the cost and benefit of such censorship in the United States.