I guess that is what I find really frustrating about blogs and webpages is they don't seem to stay around. It is like there is no cost - no commitment. Also, even though many use their own name, often names are anonymous and possibly for security reasons this is acceptable. But doesn't anonyminity bring the opportunity for incorrect/exaggerated information?
It also leaves one open to criticism - and the criticiser is hidden behind a computer screen allowing comments to be shared among others and not to the creator to defend themselves. I am not sure I am still at ease with Web 2.0 of two way information. Who really cares what I think on a sunny Sunday afternoon as I sit alone in my unit in the vast wide west of Qld?
I will attempt the optional Twitter because I am curious how it links and sits within the black hole of information in the computer world, but can only recall and think the negatives of seeing people's comments when watching Q & A; or news programs reporting on politicians hitting the incorrect letters and later regretting the post.
And, adding to my own negativity is the recent social news reporting on the Boston Bombing. While technology no doubt assisted the authorities, I think they also spent much of their time attending media reports to correct incorrect information being thrown around by those exaggerating and misinforming the public.
Maybe I just need some chocolate..........
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