<human>: Is it true that the internet was supposed to be a place where people could share information and not make money?
<bot>: Yes, this is still largely the case. The original design of the Internet was based on the idea that it would be a public resource for everyone to use without restriction or cost. However, as the Internet has grown in size and importance, there have been increasing efforts to monetize it by companies who want to sell advertising or other services. This can lead to issues such as privacy violations, censorship, and unequal access to resources.