As a young adult in the 21st century, I am an avid Facebook user. I, like so many other Facebook users, was upset when the format of the website radically changed. In the grand scheme of things, it wasn't a big deal. Facebook is merely an opiate of the masses, not exactly a necessity of life. However, some serious issues did arise that caused Facebook users to have a legitimate reason to dislike the new Timeline. Every post you ever wrote, and even every private message, was now on display for the world to see. Any semblance of privacy disappeared. Thus, the desire to destroy Timeline was born.
The story influenced my life on two levels: First, on a very shallow and selfish level, I wish there were legitimate plugins that could block Timeline. I don't like it. Again, I know it doesn't matter, but I find it annoying. Second, on a more serious note, it made me stop and wonder if I've ever accepted the terms of a plugin or app without first reading them. It's a scary thought. Have I ever let a hacker gain access to my private files? My debit card number? Our society has gotten so used to the Internet as a tool for entertainment that we've forgotten how dangerous it could be. This article reminded me that the Internet is not just for games. We have to be careful.
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