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The history of the internet is often celebrated as a triumph of innovation, but from its very beginning, it also exposed uncomfortable truths about human behaviour. One of the earliest examples is the image of Lena Forsén, whose nude photograph became the first widely digitally transferred image. Originally used by engineers for technical testing, the choice of this image was not accidental it reflected how male curiosity and desire quickly shaped the use of new technology. As soon as digital sharing became possible, many men gravitated toward sexualized images of women. The internet did not create this mindset, but it amplified it. Screens provided distance, and distance reduced empathy. Women were increasingly viewed as content rather than individuals, their images consumed, shared, and discussed with little regard for consent or dignity. This behaviour was not limited to anonymous users. Real users, too, took freedom without accountability. Many assumed hiding behind use...