Findable Data on Facebook

Facebook has unleashed a new function that will make everything you post publicly to the site searchable. This interesting information came from Tech Insider in their article, “Facebook is going to make everything you post publicly easily searchable.” This function is called Search FYI and will organize search results hierarchically. This way, users can see what news sources, friends…

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Where are you searching?

Social media is no longer just for entertainment. It is an important source of information for many purposes. Creditors and potential employers are starting to rely on information found in social media to determine reliability and honesty. But few industries are using it as much as in legal cases. It can often yield the most…

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Safety on the Internet

Security while traveling on the information super highway is always a concern. However, for young people, there is a less anxious attitude towards online security. This interesting information came to us from FCW in their article, “Millennials don’t even know what cybersecurity is.” Today’s young people are considered technically savvy because they grew up with computers in their…

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Artificial Intelligence in the Social Media Realm

Twitter is making artificial intelligence efforts a priority. They are seeking experts to fill out a new team called ‘Cortex.’  Business Insider brought this news to us in their article, “Here’s what we know about ‘Cortex,’ Twitter’s new artificial intelligence group focused on understanding content.” As they try to keep up with Google and Facebook…

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Friends of Friends

Most online social and dating networks match users with each other based on common keywords and assumed shared interests based on their activity. However, there is a new and different approach with a greater likelihood of positive connections. This interesting information came from Phys.org in their article, “New approach to online compatibility.” Current algorithms work in…

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Show Me the Money

By 2025, the Winklevoss twins, more known for their legal battles with former classmate Mark Zuckerberg over Facebook, predicts a “cashless society” will dominate with the virtual currency bitcoin.

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The Impact on Our Lives

Social media impacts communication, marketing, and news – to name just a few of the obvious ones. A recent survey report issued by the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project indicates that the internet and social media are integral to the arts in America.

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