Any system described by a power law [...] has several curious effects. The first is that, by definition, most participants are below average.
Clay ShirkyThe more people are involved in a given task, the more potential agreements need to be negotiated to do anything, and the greater the transaction costs.
Clay ShirkyIt is possible to think that the Internet will be a net positive for society while admitting that there are significant downsides - after all, it's not a revolution if nobody loses.
Clay Shirky