Technology Makes Us Transparent

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The general reason for technological innovation is to improve our life. But along with the improvement there are sometimes drawbacks. For instance, it can make us exposed to the whole world but exposure of non shareable information can be devastating for an individual or a group. Thomas L. Friedman claims that we are all “more Transparent” now in “this Transparent World” (221). I absolutely agree with the author. The more technology improves the more exposed and visible we are to the whole world. It is very easy to publish or share any information about others. Therefore it is rather easy to learn about others as well. So it is vital that we keep ourselves aware of our actions even more. This transparency can cause harm to someone or do the opposite. According to Thomas L. Friedman “Before employers even read their resumes, they’ll Google them out” (220). Exposure to internet can expand career opportunities. An example would be Bill Owen, who is a professional Computer Case Modder. Bill was able to publicize his talent of customizing computer cases and case parts through the use of forums, blogs, videos uploaded to YouTube etc. As a result recognition of his online store grew and popular online resellers such as “performance-pcs.com” started to sell computer parts that are customized by him. “Cooler Master” a popular brand name computer case manufacturer displayed their flagship models custom painted by Bill Owen in technology show. Exposure through technology helped Bill Owen to expand his business and build up reputation. Publicity and exposure through media can also be unpleasant experience for some. For instance Karen Owen, She is a Duke University graduate student who composed a 42 page power point mock thesis presentation on more than a dozen men she dated. In this presentation, Karen Owen showed thirteen Duke Athletes’ sexual performance review

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