Randy Pausch and the "Last Lecture"

Randy Pausch, who had been a professor at Carnegie Mellon, passed away on Friday. Dr. Pausch was most famous for his "Last Lecture speech that he gave at Carnegie Mellon after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. His speech has been printed and has become a best seller. Due to it's availability on You Tube it has been seen by millions all over the world. If you have not watched it, please take the time to watch the "last lecture" below.

The Role of the Internet

Beyond the speech itself, the spread of his talks and the allure of his message was promoted via the internet. Through his website he updated the world on his cancer treatment and condition. His case became an inspiration for many and the internet spread his message even further. The ability to create a connection and a bond to someone who we may have never met is the true beauty of the internet. While Pausch's message in his "Last Lecture" was for his children, he has in turn impacted the lives of millions. The internet has the potential to not only simplify our lives but deepen them as well.

"The Last Lecture"