The future of friendship through web 2.0 may be difficult to predict, yet it is clear that something great is brewing around the future of the internet. I believe everyone needs at least one best friend to talk to and confide in either face to face or through social media networking. It is important to the well being of the society when you have friends outside the family whom you can share ideas with . http://www.futurist.com/articles-archive/society-and-culture/the-future-of-friendship/.
Hopefully, by 2020 the activities, like using the internet to enjoy the opportunities and interaction would be made possible and get better. Friendship online would be more secured leading the way to opportunities we never knew existed.
As Future Internet 2020 explains http://www.future-internet.eu/fileadmin/documents/reports/FI_Panel_Report_v3.1_Final.pdf. We have connectivity today with our friends but it is not everywhere. We have devices but they do not talk to each other. By 2020, the internet “will be both laid out as public infrastures and dynamically created by the objects connecting to one another”.
If we look at how friendship has come to this far through the web then we should keep our fingers crossed and hope for the best in 2020. I believe from the way technology is advancing, web 2.0 will take us to the next level where there will be new ways of interacting, new ways of living and new ways to be entertained. So where do you think online friendship is taking us to?
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Future of Friendship 2020 : Hologram Communication
Online friendship might not be so scary or intimidating in the future if hologram communication can be developed for house hold use. What is hologram communication? To put it simply it is a device that allows people to communicate in virtual reality presenting the person in a specific location in 3D and in live recording. Please see this YouTube video to see what it might look like http://www.break.com/usercontent/2009/6/amazing-hologram-technology-755405.html. Do not be surprised that this might be a possibility before the year 2020 in people’s homes. Individuals would be able to have a virtual communication in 3 D live and it would be great if people could do this to facilitate friendship online. When CNN demonstrated this in 2008 it was mind bugling and so we should not be surprised if this becomes a reality in online friendship of the future. With this type of technology the possibilities could be endless in what people could achieve with online friendship. Just Imagine. http://gadgets.softpedia.com/news/Live-Hologram-Communication-to-Become-Reality-within-5-Years-1233-01.html
By Collette
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Future of Friendship in 2020
Generally, we tend to be afraid of that which we are unsure of, and reluctant to let go of what we are accustomed to. I share this nervousness, but am also excited to see where technology will take us in the future.
I wonder, if some day we will be able to get out of bed, put on our virtual suits (including helmets and goggles), and step into a new reality. In this world, we will live as we do now, but without the boundaries of distance or language. We will experience the everyday life that we now live without leaving our homes. Maybe a little far fetched, and not necessarily something to look forward to, but who knows where technology will lead us?
The future of friendship, and reality itself is something we just have to wait and wonder about.
Microsoft created a short video which illustrates an ideal picture of our future of communication; where we are all united and connected through the touch of a button.
http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQu5zRmqa_E&feature=related
Of course, you have to take into consideration who produced this video, and what motives may be behind the creation. Microsoft is a major company that stands to gain a lot of money if the future continues to involve innovations in technology.
Whether the future of technology has a negative or positive impact on friendship, we will not know until that time comes. Until then, we should take advantage of the benefits that instant communication has to offer and enjoy the now. Ezine Articles offers advice on how "to use technologies to enhance your relationships".
Do you ever wonder where the future of friendship lies? Is a new age of friendship something you welcome or are concerned about?
By:Melanie
I wonder, if some day we will be able to get out of bed, put on our virtual suits (including helmets and goggles), and step into a new reality. In this world, we will live as we do now, but without the boundaries of distance or language. We will experience the everyday life that we now live without leaving our homes. Maybe a little far fetched, and not necessarily something to look forward to, but who knows where technology will lead us?
The future of friendship, and reality itself is something we just have to wait and wonder about.
Microsoft created a short video which illustrates an ideal picture of our future of communication; where we are all united and connected through the touch of a button.
http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQu5zRmqa_E&feature=related
Of course, you have to take into consideration who produced this video, and what motives may be behind the creation. Microsoft is a major company that stands to gain a lot of money if the future continues to involve innovations in technology.
Whether the future of technology has a negative or positive impact on friendship, we will not know until that time comes. Until then, we should take advantage of the benefits that instant communication has to offer and enjoy the now. Ezine Articles offers advice on how "to use technologies to enhance your relationships".
Do you ever wonder where the future of friendship lies? Is a new age of friendship something you welcome or are concerned about?
By:Melanie
Monday, April 12, 2010
Future of Friendship: Future of Online Friends 2020 and Beyond
With the explosion of social media sites, would we say we have reached the pinnacle of virtual communication or we have just clipped the tip of the ice berg? What more does technology have to offer when it comes to online communication and cyber friendships in 2020 and beyond?
I believe technology has a lot in store for us. With the creation of the Video Instant Messaging, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpoNxXgUpsU online friendship is advancing to the point that face to face communications can be possible, thus blurring the line between real world and virtual world friends.
MOCOM 2020 .com has a presentation of how innovations have evolved from the 20th century and is moving fast towards 2020 and how this has and will affect global communication . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FScddkTMlTc&feature=related These new gadgets are being designed in such a way that virtually the world will have no boundaries, and that “what we think is impossible now, will come to pass” (Rainer Wong, 2007). Some believe that in the future there will be no language barrier in communication. For one’s words will be easily translated into the language of the receiver. For instance, people with no knowledge of the English word would have their messages translated into their own native language. Another concept is that you can virtually appear before your friends without moving from your house.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/224448/the_internet_and_its_future_what_will...
As technology advances towards 2020 online friendships will become much easier, convenient and exciting. A newer breed of social media lites is waiting to invade the virtual world.
I believe technology has a lot in store for us. With the creation of the Video Instant Messaging, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpoNxXgUpsU online friendship is advancing to the point that face to face communications can be possible, thus blurring the line between real world and virtual world friends.
MOCOM 2020 .com has a presentation of how innovations have evolved from the 20th century and is moving fast towards 2020 and how this has and will affect global communication . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FScddkTMlTc&feature=related These new gadgets are being designed in such a way that virtually the world will have no boundaries, and that “what we think is impossible now, will come to pass” (Rainer Wong, 2007). Some believe that in the future there will be no language barrier in communication. For one’s words will be easily translated into the language of the receiver. For instance, people with no knowledge of the English word would have their messages translated into their own native language. Another concept is that you can virtually appear before your friends without moving from your house.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/224448/the_internet_and_its_future_what_will...
As technology advances towards 2020 online friendships will become much easier, convenient and exciting. A newer breed of social media lites is waiting to invade the virtual world.
Security : Stolen Identity
Security - In as little as ten years ago it was difficult for someone to find information about you on the internet and misuse the information but nowadays people are putting a lot more information about themselves online risking the dangers of security breach http://www.buzzle.com/articles/security-issues-on-social-network-websites.html. The information that people give in the quest to establish online relationships can prove to be very dangerous and can lead to people putting themselves at serious risk of exploitation. For example, in the case of stolen identities people can steal somebody's id and use it to obtain a loan, credit card, mortgage and use it to use it. And this can ruin the person's credit http://www.pc1news.com/news/0423/social-networking-sites-could-be-identity-theft-traps.html. So if people want to start an online friendship they might be scared that if they provide personal information regarding themselves it might be used for dubious purposes. It is believed that scammers can find someone's password from simple information like pet's name or kid's name. So how can one really feel secured that the information that they provided for the sake of establishing friendship will not be used for other purposes other than friendsip? I am careful not to provide such information online but at the same time I could get carried away if I was communicating with someone and I wanted the person to know more about me and some of my experiences. It is still a haunting thought that someone out there on the web such as a predator that is watching people waiting for the opportunity to strike.
By Collette
By Collette
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Security: Staying safe online
The world has never been free of perverts and malevolent people. But with the advent of the internet, social networks have become the new hunting grounds where these distorted minds seek out the vulnerable to prey on. How many times have we heard reports of adults engage in luring youngsters on the internet to satisfy their perverted souls? Why has this become so rampant? These despicable predators take advantage of the fact that many children have access to the computer, lots of teens are said to spend insurmountable time online and those who are lonely can easily fall prey to any “friendly” chat. http://www.cbc.ca/canada/story/2008/06/16/f-luring.html
There are other stories of serial killers actually using the chat rooms to lure their victims. John Robinson is said to be the first internet serial killer. He seduced and victimized women he met online. http://www.trutv.com/library/crime/serial_killers/predators/john_robinson/index.html
Take a look at a Dateline NBC presentation To Catch a Predator, hosted by Chris Hansen http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7ACJ4Acddc&feature=related . These perverts of all walks of life choose the social media networks as their playing field and try to befriend young girls to have sex with them.
We all must be vigilant and wary of the dangers the networks can present. Taking precaution in reducing these security risks is paramount. This website have a list of tips that we all should take a look at and educate others on the wicked spun of "webs" on the net. http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/tips/ST06-003.html
Security: Cyberstalking
Cyberstalking is when a person uses a means of the internet or any electonic means to follow and pursue someone online. The stalkers invade people's privacy and watch every move of theirs. The internet and other telecommunication technologies are promoting advances in virtually every aspect of society and every corner of the globe. Through this, old friends are connected and interaction take place.
Jaishankar and Uma Sankary's link on cyberstalking
http://www.erces.com/journal/articles/archives/volume2/v03/v02.htm explains that, cyberstalking usually occurs with women being the targets. It also explains the types of stalkers, what motivates stalking: through sexual harrassment, obsession for love, revenge and hate, and finally ego and power tips.
Due to the anonimity the internet provides, it is difficult to establish trust with a person you have only interacted with on the internet. How would you know the people viewing your personal profile on these social networking sites are genuine? We should be careful of the personal information we put online. Information provided should be confidential because some people can pretend to be friends but they may be liars. I believe no one wants to be friends with a liar. This link is interesting to view http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qKOhx7nhVw It gives you an idea about how dangerous people could be on the internet and can caution us about our trust level. Anyone who has stories about cyberstalking is welcomed to share.
Jaishankar and Uma Sankary's link on cyberstalking
http://www.erces.com/journal/articles/archives/volume2/v03/v02.htm explains that, cyberstalking usually occurs with women being the targets. It also explains the types of stalkers, what motivates stalking: through sexual harrassment, obsession for love, revenge and hate, and finally ego and power tips.
Due to the anonimity the internet provides, it is difficult to establish trust with a person you have only interacted with on the internet. How would you know the people viewing your personal profile on these social networking sites are genuine? We should be careful of the personal information we put online. Information provided should be confidential because some people can pretend to be friends but they may be liars. I believe no one wants to be friends with a liar. This link is interesting to view http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qKOhx7nhVw It gives you an idea about how dangerous people could be on the internet and can caution us about our trust level. Anyone who has stories about cyberstalking is welcomed to share.
Communication: Global Connections
The evolution of Web 2.0 has enabled us to converse with millions of people around the globe. With the touch of a button, we can instantly connect with someone in Japan, Iceland, or anyone in between. This is an incredible feat considering before the explosion of instant messaging, it would have taken weeks to carry on the same conversation via traditional mail.
We are able to make aquantences, friends and business partners online, and speak with them without ever leaving our homes of offices. This proves especially convenient for corporations because it is economical and time-saving. These businesses no longer need to fly across country in order to discuss plans, and can make decisions with their partners online much quicker than meeting in person.
However, not all business owners are interested in using social media networking to benefit their organizations. This may be because they are unsure of how to manipulate their resources. Constant Contact is a website that provides operators with advise on promoting their business online. There are many networking options available, including Facebook, Twitter, Blogs and Webinars. This site talks an owner through setting up these accounts and gives tips regarding their usefullness.
Content Manager is another useful website which highlights the benefits of utilizing technology in a corporate environment.
I am of the opinion that the internet is a valuable resource for both professional and personal gain, and with the proper training I believe that everyone can benefit from it.
Now, I ask, if you can use social networking to create a more successful business, why wouldn't you?
We are able to make aquantences, friends and business partners online, and speak with them without ever leaving our homes of offices. This proves especially convenient for corporations because it is economical and time-saving. These businesses no longer need to fly across country in order to discuss plans, and can make decisions with their partners online much quicker than meeting in person.
However, not all business owners are interested in using social media networking to benefit their organizations. This may be because they are unsure of how to manipulate their resources. Constant Contact is a website that provides operators with advise on promoting their business online. There are many networking options available, including Facebook, Twitter, Blogs and Webinars. This site talks an owner through setting up these accounts and gives tips regarding their usefullness.
Content Manager is another useful website which highlights the benefits of utilizing technology in a corporate environment.
I am of the opinion that the internet is a valuable resource for both professional and personal gain, and with the proper training I believe that everyone can benefit from it.
Now, I ask, if you can use social networking to create a more successful business, why wouldn't you?
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