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The Internet in Chile, 1983-97

The Internet is introducing new complexities and forms of communication in Chilean society. This study, based on interview and archival research, briefly traces the history of Chilean networks through three phases: pioneer networking (1983-90), international connections (1991-4) and diffusion in society (since 1994). Second, the study examines the mass media's adoption of the Internet as a specific case of public sphere development. For Chilean media, the Internet provides access to new information sources, changes Chile's formerly isolated status, allows links to people around the world and creates a way Chileans scattered in many countries can discuss common issues.

Key Words: Chile • Internet • Latin America • mass media • public sphere

International Communication Gazette, Vol. 61, No. 1, 39-57 (1999)
DOI: 10.1177/0016549299061001003


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