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Which is the REAL you?

We discussed ‘fake’ news last week but what about you being a snake () because you’re F-A-K-E?! Creating an online identity usually involves a degree of pretence to hide certain information about yourself (Longair, 2006). It is commonly found on social media, online gamings, resale platforms etc. There are two types of approaches to online identity – single or multiple. Continue reading →

Which is the REAL you?

We discussed ‘fake’ news last week but what about you being a snake () because you’re F-A-K-E?! Creating an online identity usually involves a degree of pretence to hide certain information about yourself (Longair, 2006). It is commonly found on social media, online gamings, resale platforms etc. There are two types of approaches to online identity – single or multiple. Continue reading →

Reflection for Topic 1 – Evaluate the impact of your “Digital Differences” on how you interact with the Web

After reading blog posts by my peers, I realised that everyone defines their digital differences differently. I placed importance of personal values such as the intention and objectives of the Internet activities and less focus on the digital divide. I have commented something similar to Jennifer’s blog post where she mentioned about bridging the Internet gap and I talked more about digital divide for her post. Continue reading →

Topic 1 – Evaluate the impact of your “Digital Differences” on how you interact with the Web.

In this digital age, it is more shocking to know if one does not have access to web in a well-developed country. Every user access the web for various reasons and your personal values create the “digital differences” of your online behaviour. This infographic illustrated how people from the different generations on how they use the web (Sitejabber, 2011). Continue reading →

#Mang2049 Introductory Post – Digital Visitor or Resident?

Digital behaviours can be split into two different types – Visitor or Resident. Digital visitor is someone who does not commit in engagement with others and does not view the Internet as a social space whereas a digital resident is committed in engaging with others and view Internet as a social space (White and Le Cornu, 2011).  “We are all visitors and residents,” according to FormatjĂ© (2016). Continue reading →