A Rape in Cyberspace is one of the oldest and most-frequently cited articles about behavior in online games, social norms and the possibility of virutal atrocities. Lessig mentioned it briefly during dinner - saying, "Do you know Julian?" the author. I don't think I do, but I've definitely seen this article. Time to re-read it maybe! Concerns characters Mr. Bungle, exu and MoonDreamer playing in LambdaMOO.
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