After reading the peer’s posts, I have gained more insights on the various online identities people have. In my previous post, I felt I lacked the analysis in anonymity online – which I will further elaborate now.
The Internet isn’t always a safe place for the LGBT community, or those who are recovering from drug abuse … etc as there could be controversy and hate remarks, which is why they would prefer to communicate anonymously.
In this context, anonymous Tumblr and private chat forums would be better.
Many may choose to be anonymous as they value privacy. Amoz’s elaborated on maintaining equilibrium between authenticity and privacy which I strongly agree. This can be done by providing your thoughts on online discussion topics but not “over-sharing” your personal data and information.
Rachel’s post mentioned about recruiters screening candidates. Is this really an ethical way? I beg to differ as the candidate should be hired based on competencies and educational requirements, but not through their personal lives. Chances are, hiring managers are intentionally looking out for the negatives – which is why people can consider having multiple identities as an option.
Pearl’s post has enlightened me on restricted viewing. Many platforms now require emails or handphone numbers which will tap on your personal information.
Word on the Street! Opinions from others on online identities!
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Cyber-bullying and cyber-crimes are on the rise now. Some may view cyber-abuse as something that the youngsters would do which I agree as the articles tend to be students who are victims. In my discussion with Timothy, I feel that an individual and the government are both responsible in combating cyber-crimes.
In conclusion, we all have our digital differences, having single, multiple or anonymous online identities could be a beneficial aspect in their own ways when it comes to portraying ourselves online – it depends on each’s preferences as long as we utilize the Web responsibly.
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Blogs I have commented:
Amoz’s
Rachel’s
References:
Retrieved 22 November 2017
“Pearl’s Blog”
https://pearlnlt.wordpress.com/2017/11/20/single-or-multiple-online-identities-whats-the-drawback-and-benefits/#comment-34
“The Daily Dot: LGBT”
https://www.dailydot.com/irl/lgbt-youth-safe-spaces/
“Global Perspectives on Online Anonymity”
http://www.youthigfproject.com/uploads/8/5/3/6/8536818/global_perspectives_on_online_anonymity.pdf
“Drug Addict”
http://talk2sana.com/
“Social Media Screening – Is it Ethical?”
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/social-media-screening-ethical-manpreet-kaur/
“Social Media Screening – Is It Ethical?”
https://www.hrzone.com/talent/acquisition/social-media-screening-is-it-ethical
“Career Building”
https://www.careerbuilder.com/share/aboutus/pressreleasesdetail.aspx?ed=12%2F31%2F2016&id=pr945&sd=4%2F28%2F2016
“Prevention Cyberbullying”
https://cyberbullying.org/Top-Ten-Tips-Teens-Prevention.pdf
“Cyber Securtiy Strategy”
https://www.csa.gov.sg/~/media/csa/documents/publications/singaporecybersecuritystrategy.pdf?la=en
“Finding balance between online privacy and authenticity”
https://collectivebias.com/blog/2015/04/finding-balance-between-online-privacy-and-authenticity/
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