Hass "In your facebook"

I thought the reading assignment of Hass "In your facebook" was one of the most interesting readings so far in the class. It was fun to read because all of us as college students and facullty can relate to the impact of facebook on college campuses. The technology that facebook was composed of has changed the way we communicate on college campuses today. Not only can you express yourself over the web, but you can "keep tabs" on what all your friends are doing even if they are on the other end of the country. Facebook allows for a discourse communities of all natures (for example BGSU students) to come together and share ideas and personal experiences and network. While facebook has changed college life for the better, there are still some concerns involving its privacy and safety. I loved the example of how the students were having a party and posted it on facebook and then got caught; but to get back at the cops, they staged a fake party and embarrassed the cops. I loved reading about that but it draws up a good point on how what you release on facebook can be used against you whether its from cops, faculty, or even potential employees. The issue of privacy and identity rights are always a hot debate in relation to facebook. While I know I love facebook and use it all the time, I feel the author makes a good point! Mainly if you use facebook, then be smart about it. Make sure that you know whatever you put on facebook can be used against you and also that your privacy rights can be infringed upon by others so make sure to use the site wisely.