FanLib's example shows what happens when outside attempts are made to recon figure the field of value in such a way as to attempt to control the community com ponent without the community members' cooperation. One fan, in an open letter to a FanLib insider, says, "You do not understand us and our communities, nor do you respect us. . . . If you want us to participate in your endeavor then make it something in which we would want to participate.. . . You do not come to us as equals and that is your fundamental failing in this endeavor. You cannot build a new community at your site all nicely regimented and controlled because the community already exists and we will not be controlled by the likes of you."18