Describes the circumstances surrounding the introduction of www.google.cn. In order to comply with Chinese government requirements, Google.cn censors web results. This appears to contradict Google's stated philosophy and its mission to organize and make accessible the world's information. A public outcry ensues and Google is forced to defend its controversial decision. Presents both sides of the debate and asks students to consider what they feel is right.

The case describes the circumstances surrounding the introduction of www.google.cn. In order to comply with Chinese government requirements, google.cn censors web results. This appears to contradict Google’s stated philosophy and its mission to organize and make accessible the world’s information. A public outcry ensues and Google is forced to defend its controversial decision. The case presents both sides of the debate and asks students to consider what they feel is right.