The Matrix – creators‘ fear of their creations – web dependants      

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Conclustions of his opinions are that social networking sites are hermetic ecosystems which are closing down and bund users out from Internet. By using such portals we isolating from other content.

Domination of Google and Facebook is eliminating and pushing down any other competition. With new generations rooting their knowledge in search engines, and social activity in social networking sites, such dependance on one leading monopolist can lead to modern slavery.

What would you do if the only point where you can turn into for knowledge is Google and to socialize you only can do Facebook. Where esle would you go?

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Categories: Philosophy & Sociology
22 November 2010 at 23:11 - 89 views - Comments