WIRED SOCIETY: Everyman finds sanctuary in cyberspace, NATION

The Nation (Thailand) | August 24, 2000| | Copyright

NATEE VICHITSORASATRA
The Nation (Thailand)
08-24-2000
Everyman wakes up to the persistent ringing of his alarm clock. Once
again, it is time to make his way through horrendous traffic to arrive
at his office at exactly 9am. On his way, he listens to bland news reports
on how politicians are fighting for power, how one had to struggle against
economic collapse for just a while longer, and how the quality of life
is getting worse.

Everyman manages to live another day in a job without appreciation and
low pay. He comes home to be reminded of how he still needs to feed his
family and pay for his ...

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