In conclusion, the World Wide Web is neither utopia nor dystopia; it is a mirror reflecting our best and worst impulses. Its architecture was designed for openness and resilience, but its human overlay is complex and often contradictory. To harness the web for good—to preserve its promise while mitigating its harms—requires not just better technology but wiser governance, media literacy, and a renewed commitment to digital ethics. As Berners-Lars once said, “The web is for everyone.” Ensuring that remains true is the great challenge of our connected age.

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