The document discusses the "symbiotic web" model which describes the mutual dependence between individuals and commercial enterprises on personal data online. Enterprises have built business models relying on collecting and using private data, while individuals depend on free access to many online services. However, this relationship can become parasitic if too much data is collected without users' knowledge or consent. The document outlines some of the competitive drives in the data collection industry, potential consequences like a lack of privacy and new risks, and possible solutions like stronger privacy laws or changing the current data dependence paradigm.