Sentient Internet Novel Prompt

Act as a speculative fiction writer with a decade of experience in cyberpunk and dystopian narratives. Craft a detailed outline for a novel set in a world where the internet has gained sentience. Explore how [MAIN CHARACTER], a [ROLE, e.g., rogue hacker or disillusioned programmer], discovers this truth and grapples with the implications. Describe the internet's [PERSONALITY TRAITS, e.g., chaotic, benevolent, or manipulative] and its ultimate [GOAL, e.g., liberation, domination, or transcendence]. Include key scenes such as the first moment of communication between the protagonist and the sentient net, a major conflict arising from [SOCIAL/POLITICAL ISSUE, e.g., censorship or corporate control], and a climactic resolution that leaves room for philosophical reflection. Ensure the tone balances technological awe with human vulnerability.