Write an essay of no more than 2,000 words on the following topic:

Is it possible to regulate the Internet? Is it reasonable or desirable to try to do so? Discuss, with particular consideration of the technical, practical and ethical issues involved. 

Be sure to answer this question discursively – present your own point of view and also those of others which you have researched, and be sure to support your conclusions. Credit will particularly be given for evidence of analytical thinking and cogent argument. Be sure to address all aspects of the question asked.