Nikolaos,

I enjoyed your essay. I agree that in the context you describe the tools of communication "surpass[] the field of engineering," and I also agree that the power of free software in such a domain, especially in light of governmental influence (as you describe), is significant. My only suggestion would be to consider drawing out E. just a bit more. Your discussion of C+D in light of A+B does a good job of painting a picture of the current situation, and in doing so your essay clearly conveys the dangers of the status quo. While I follow what you mean in E. and how you see it as a possible remedy, it would be helpful to add a sentence or two explaining it further. Otherwise, I appreciated the detailed links and careful historical discussion. I think the essay is nicely done.

-- BrianS - 03 Dec 2009