5 Reasons the Darknet Isn’t as Dark as You Thought

It isn’t just meant for criminals and suspicious activities

In cyberspace, the darknet is the equivalent of that dark, seedy alley that you’re advised to steer clear of.

Often referred to as the corrupt underbelly of the internet, common lore is that it’s the place where the drug dealers, human traffickers, terrorists, arms dealers and child pornographers hang out. But here are five things about the darknet that aren’t so dark after all.

It’s probably the only place to live freely on the internet

Net neutrality is the idea that all internet traffic is created equal.

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