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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How to see all the weird apps that can access your data on Facebook
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Whistleblower's story explains why Facebook booted a Trump-linked data firm
Whistleblower's story explains why Facebook booted a Trump-linked data firm


Facebook suspends Trump-linked data firm Cambridge Analytica
Facebook suspends Trump-linked data firm Cambridge Analytica

Facebook's data-saving Android app is coming to the U.S.
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Why it makes sense for Twitter to take on Snapchat Discover
Why it makes sense for Twitter to take on Snapchat Discover




UN officials blast Facebook over spread of Rohingya hate speech
UN officials blast Facebook over spread of Rohingya hate speech

Snapchat brings creator-made lenses front and center in app
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Jack Dorsey's verifications-for-all plan is bad news for Twitter
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Facebook will be the exclusive streaming home of 25 MLB games this season
Facebook will be the exclusive streaming home of 25 MLB games this season



How Slack’s employees use Slack
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LinkedIn stalking is low key the biggest thing in online dating
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Twitter is working to expand its verification to everyone
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Judge wants Trump to stop blocking people on Twitter
Judge wants Trump to stop blocking people on Twitter



Twitter users are twice as likely to retweet fake news stories than authentic ones
Twitter users are twice as likely to retweet fake news stories than authentic ones


Facebook just made it easier for female entrepreneurs to connect
Facebook just made it easier for female entrepreneurs to connect

Tinder really doesn't like commenting on Bumble's gun photo ban
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