The existence of conferences like ASU signifies the emergence of a new form of 'institution', the networked cultural organisation. By addressing institutional issues and human relations, we hope that we can together build upon experiences of the past and find a better understanding of the tasks involved.

II) Virtual/real inter-action

"Media art doesn't mean a particular art form, but an enhanced consciousness about the medium we are using, which can be or should be recycled into other more conventional areas." [Janos Sugar, ASU1 1998]

This is obviously an important topic at ASU2, which is not only about "art servers" but also about "autonomous spaces". ASU is not about building the digital equivalent of an ivory tower. There is still too much creativity which goes unconnected and too much connectivity, which is not creative.

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