The Internet is an open form that allows anyone and everyone to access information from sites dedicated to all areas of interest.
However, there are ways of “hiding” information from those outside our social groups.
Facebook, Twitter, and many other social media and blog sites provide users with an option to allow their sites to be viewed privately or publicly.
Despite what many people may think, privacy settings online don’t necessarily ensure you full privacy from the public.
There are ways that the private information you post on the Internet could still be reached by other Internet users. Not only could they find out your friends names, but your location, phone number, and some times bank information.
Nothing is really ever private with concern to the World Wide Web.
Take This Lollipop…for example.
Watch this video and see how information posted on social sites could easily fall into the hands of someone with bad intentions. (And, also, enjoy the reaction from Anthony while he watches. Good stuff.)
Regardless of how public or private you make your content; everything you post will forever be on the Internet, whether you like it or not. Unfortunately, that is a reality we all have to face in today’s technological world.
Word to the wise: If it’s information that you wouldn’t want your mom knowing, it’s best not to publish it online for chance it might just come back to haunt you in the future.