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The Orwellian Hypocrisy of Modern Online Job Apps

Synystron Synlogica • 2 HN points • 01 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Online Privacy Discrimination Civil Rights Social justice
  1. Be cautious about providing personal information on online job applications because you can't be sure how it will be used.
  2. Data shared on job applications can be stored and potentially used against you, so think twice before sharing.
  3. Giving false information on a job application can lead to consequences, even potentially being fired.

Yr a special snowflake

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 05 May 16
🕹 Technology Social media Online Privacy Internet culture Artificial Intelligence Technology Trends
  1. The best window into American political strife is your Facebook feed, showcasing clashes between different groups and the influence of online mobs.
  2. In the digital age, forgiveness becomes harder with our past actions staying present, raising questions about the 'right to be forgotten.'
  3. Discussion on the evolution and impact of memes, highlighting how they can spread, change, and sometimes even die out.

Walking, talking, phone-unlocking

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 25 Apr 16
🕹 Technology Internet Social media Smartphones Online Privacy Digital Content
  1. The Internet reaches even the most remote areas, changing people's perceptions of isolation.
  2. Facebook has evolved from a social network to a centralized hub for various online activities, keeping users engaged within its platform.
  3. Balancing online activities like social media with real-world actions is crucial, as seen in the story of a man who tried to help but ended up in prison.
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Internet with a capital "I"

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 04 Apr 16
🕹 Technology Internet culture Online Privacy Internet History
  1. The relationship between humans and machines is evolving, as technology gains voices and personalities, raising concerns about transparency and choice.
  2. Internet memes can provide personal insight and catharsis, helping individuals navigate complex aspects of identity.
  3. Tracking the online activity of wealthy individuals' children can reveal hidden assets, a tactic some lawyers use for discovery.