Social Networking

There are massive benefits that social networking technology brings to the current society. It is the central hub for quick exchange of information, friendly communication, and catered marketing. In modern society, where most people have devoted the majority of their daily lives to work, social networking may be the only form of quick rest and interaction between intervals of intense focus. Furthermore, social networking platforms act as a personal space filled with memories that many hold dear to their hearts. To a certain degree, social media has become an extension of ourselves in this age - an accurate representation of who we are. Unfortunately, however, there are still numerous issues today that are due to technological limitations, one of which is the issue of privacy. According to an article by The Atlantic, Facebook's inadequate and hastily-installed mechanism for privacy settings have left even Mark Zuckerberg struggling to keep his personal family photo private to himself. Such an issue is not only prevalent in personal social networking, as according to the New York Times article: "Amazon Says Error Removed Listings," the technological failings have also affected Amazon.com's marketing for new novels. If the major issue of cybersecurity is resolved, I believe that there are no ceilings for the application of these social networking technologies - it may unlock a new dimension of human efficiency and truly connect the world to build a new global society, all in the cyberspace. 

 Works Cited: 
Rebecca Greenfield, The Atlantic, "Facebook Privacy Is So Confusing Even the Zuckerberg Family Photo Isn't Private"
Motoko Rich, New York Times, "Amazon Says Error Removed Listings"

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