We think we understand the effects of events on circumstances and relationships. Generally, we are mistaken in this.

If the government locks down the internet, what will happen is this: a new internet will be born from the very existence of those chains. A second, different thing, made by and for us, not the military (as this internet was, initially).

Very rarely can we foresee the effects of events, for the future is fluid, vital and responsive, unlike our common speculations.