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9/11's First Victim Kept the Web Afloat Amid Catastrophy

Clip: 9/12/2013 | 6m 38s

How an Innovation by 9/11's First Victim Kept the Web Afloat Amid Catastrophy

When the 9/11 attacks occurred, Americans flooded the Internet to seek news and feel connected. Danny Lewin was a tech entrepreneur who had developed algorithms to ensure the Web wouldn't crash from high traffic. He was also the first victim on Sept. 11. Molly Knight-Raskin joins Ray Suarez to discuss her new book about Lewin.

09/12/2013 | Rating NR

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