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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Instagram might remove 'Likes' feature
Instagram might remove 'Likes' feature

Facebook agrees to increased federal oversight on privacy: report
Facebook agrees to increased federal oversight on privacy: report



Stephen Merchant on the existential crisis of life in the digital age
Stephen Merchant on the existential crisis of life in the digital age

Stephen Merchant breaks down how technology has changed what it means to be famous
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Jack Dorsey hangs out in an EMF-shielded 'tent,' once turned entirely orange
Jack Dorsey hangs out in an EMF-shielded 'tent,' once turned entirely orange

Mark Zuckerberg could become Facebook's 'designated compliance officer'
Mark Zuckerberg could become Facebook's 'designated compliance officer'


Nearly 5 billion Facebook users will be deceased by the century's end
Nearly 5 billion Facebook users will be deceased by the century's end

Congressman brings bucket of chicken to hearing after Barr doesn't show
Congressman brings bucket of chicken to hearing after Barr doesn't show


Facebook 'community wall' trolled at F8 conference
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Facebook shows how AI bans the only thing people actually want more of on Facebook: Weed
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YouTube CEO promises to do more for creators amid scandals
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Instagram announces new anti-bullying features at Facebook F8 conference
Instagram announces new anti-bullying features at Facebook F8 conference

Facebook wants you to forget about its Clear History feature
Facebook wants you to forget about its Clear History feature



Mark Zuckerberg says 'a private social platform' is the future at F8
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Instagram is becoming more like Facebook
Instagram is becoming more like Facebook

You can now donate through stickers in Instagram Stories
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