Independent Watchdog Reports Countries with the Most and Least Internet Freedom
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December 28, 2014
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Internet freedom around the world has declined for the fourth year in a row as more countries introduce aggressive online censorship measures, according to a new report.

Freedom on the Net 2014, the fifth-annual report released last week by independent watchdog organization Freedom House, found that of the 65 countries assessed, 36 experienced a negative trajectory in online freedom between May 2013 and May 2014.

This was due to factors such as blocked social networks, aggressive online surveillance and cyber attacks, and the intimidation and arrest of journalists and digital activists. The report analyzed three main factors in each country: obstacles to Internet access, limits on content, and violations of user rights.

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