The Web Beneath the Waves

In The Web Beneath the Waves, journalist Samanth Subramanian explores the hidden world of undersea fiber-optic cables that form the backbone of the Internet, taking readers from remote Pacific islands to clandestine cable-laying operations. Through compelling stories and investigative insights, the book examines the geopolitical, environmental, and technical challenges involved in maintaining this crucial infrastructure. It offers an eye-opening look at how fragile our connected world truly is and raises important questions about control and vulnerability in the digital age.