Social Media

If you didn’t post it on social media, did it even happen? Social media is an umbrella term for platforms that enable users to post media (images, text, videos) to the platform and interact with other users. While specific motivations may vary, the general purpose of social media is to publicly share an aspect of your life. On Facebook that may be a misinformed political rant, on Twitter a witty remark about a viral topic, on Instagram a #humblebrag snapshot of your recent vacation, on TikTok a lip-sync video or cringe-y attempt at a new dance trend. Social media is also a major way to get news (accuracy varies wildly) learn about new trends, stay in touch with friends, and read/view apologies by influencers and celebrities who did something stupid on said platform.

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Shooting suspect slammed YouTube for 'discriminating' against her
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Facebook won't extend European data privacy protections around the world
Facebook won't extend European data privacy protections around the world


Snapchat's latest mistake is not showing off its own strength
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BlackBerry just sued Snapchat because #yolo
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You can now send 360-degree photos in Messenger
You can now send 360-degree photos in Messenger

There's now an easy way to log out of every Facebook app
There's now an easy way to log out of every Facebook app



Indonesia has no qualms about blocking Facebook amid privacy issues
Indonesia has no qualms about blocking Facebook amid privacy issues


Snapchat's first-ever TV ad hypes the app's everyday camera possibilities
Snapchat's first-ever TV ad hypes the app's everyday camera possibilities

The best fake websites and apps that TV shows have to offer
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Snap Maps adds a 'Pokémon Go'-style Easter egg hunt
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Facebook: 'We’re willing to give up profitability' for election integrity
Facebook: 'We’re willing to give up profitability' for election integrity

A look at the weirdest data Facebook has on 6 Mashable reporters
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Snap cuts 100 employees as it fights to survive
Snap cuts 100 employees as it fights to survive


New Zealand's privacy commissioner is also done with Facebook
New Zealand's privacy commissioner is also done with Facebook



After you-know-what, Facebook is making its privacy settings easier to find
After you-know-what, Facebook is making its privacy settings easier to find


Playboy joins the #DeleteFacebook party
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