Wikiphilosophers/Social media

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Social media refers to digital platforms and technologies that enable users to create, share, and interact with content, including text, images, videos, and audio. These platforms facilitate social networking, communication, and information sharing among individuals and communities worldwide.

Techno-optimists[edit]

Social media is seen as a tool for positive social change and global connection.

Techno-pessimists[edit]

Focuses on the negative impacts of social media, like privacy issues and mental health.

Surveillance capitalists[edit]

Critiques the exploitation of personal data by social media companies for profit.

Social media determinists[edit]

Suggests social media significantly influences societal and individual behaviors.

Cyber-utopianists[edit]

Sees social media as a means to create a more open and equal world.

Digital minimalists[edit]

Promotes intentional and limited use of social media for meaningful engagement.