Three-Stage Theory of Technological Evolution of Thomas Malone
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Summary
As summarized by Gerard Fairtlough:
- Stage 1 is based on technology like horses and sailing ships; it allows for the organization of relatively small territorial units, that are mostly un-connected
- Stage 2 is based on railways, steam ships and telegraphhs, and allows for the centralized management of large groups.
- Stage 3, with the internet as its infrastructure, allows both large groups AND decentralization, it is an opportunity for democratic governance.
(https://wiki.p2pfoundation.net/Three_Ways_of_Getting_Things_Done)