Current work on complex systems, network theory, and today’s information revolution suggest to readdress the topic of “simple rules for complex systems” according to a twofold perspective. On one hand, multiple levels of analysis included in the concept of complexity should be examined in connection with ends and means of the law, so as to differentiate information as reality, for reality, and about reality. On the other hand, a normative approach is proposed to tackle the set of political issues involved in the regulation of the internet and the development of ICTs. By distinguishing between simple laws and complex rules, the amount of legal and factual information we need to achieve a given goal, is further evaluated as a matter of improving and enriching the informational nature of the system to be regulated.

Complex Systems, Simple Laws: A Normative Approach to ICTs and the Internet

PAGALLO, Ugo
2012-01-01

Abstract

Current work on complex systems, network theory, and today’s information revolution suggest to readdress the topic of “simple rules for complex systems” according to a twofold perspective. On one hand, multiple levels of analysis included in the concept of complexity should be examined in connection with ends and means of the law, so as to differentiate information as reality, for reality, and about reality. On the other hand, a normative approach is proposed to tackle the set of political issues involved in the regulation of the internet and the development of ICTs. By distinguishing between simple laws and complex rules, the amount of legal and factual information we need to achieve a given goal, is further evaluated as a matter of improving and enriching the informational nature of the system to be regulated.
2012
Politiques publiques, systèmes complexes
Hermann
93
105
9782705682743
Complexity, ICT, Information Ethics, Internet, Legal Systems, Network Theory, Regulatory and Innovative Impact Assessment, Technology
Ugo PAGALLO
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