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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Facebook just announced two new ways to drag your friends into Live videos
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Want to score a second date? Order the fried chicken and a bloody Mary
Want to score a second date? Order the fried chicken and a bloody Mary

Instagram just announced two new types of Stories so you can watch forever
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Snapchat update finally lets you make shared Stories with friends
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Deciding where to post on social media is too damn hard now
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Despite Facebook's push, AI isn't ready to moderate disturbing content
Despite Facebook's push, AI isn't ready to moderate disturbing content


Trump and Netanyahu didn't want this selfie, but it happened anyway
Trump and Netanyahu didn't want this selfie, but it happened anyway

Facebook isn't alone—moderating the internet is basically impossible
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The Church of Satan wants nothing to do with that orb Trump touched
The Church of Satan wants nothing to do with that orb Trump touched


Secret Facebook documents reveal how site battles violent content
Secret Facebook documents reveal how site battles violent content

How to protect yourself when social media is harming your self-esteem
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A Russian embassy is promoting a right-wing murder conspiracy
A Russian embassy is promoting a right-wing murder conspiracy

Why Elon Musk, not Donald Trump, is the most important person on Twitter
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One social network ranked worst for young people's mental health and wellbeing
One social network ranked worst for young people's mental health and wellbeing


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