The frenzied commercialization of the Internet over the past few years, and its dot.bomb hangover, have obscured broader changes in technology markets, production organization, and business models. Much more-so than the Ecommerce revolution itself, these broader changes suggest that the industrial economy we have known is being fundamentally transformed as innovations in technology and business practice broadly diffuse across the advanced economies.
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Students will be expected to undertake one substantial research project, either individually or in teams, requiring both traditional and on-line research skills. In-class participation is encouraged and will be rewarded. All required readings are either in the Class Reader or available on-line. All administrative details will also be taken care of at this time. The following readings will help provide a context for the course.