I thought MySpace was about social networking and designing profiles. I would have never thought it was a source of advertising. Although I have encounter ads and other pop up windows describing its selling products. After the discussion we had on Monday, I am becoming aware that there is a cluster of advertising ads. Yes I must agree that the profiles MySpace members demonstrate would be somewhat advertising themselves. Getting to show people their personality, interest or other autobiography descriptions so people will be interested to know more. Nevertheless posting profiles is a way to meeting, and interacting with old and new friends therefore, I see it more as a communication source. Since technology has improved over generations, communication among people has become easier and accessible. Having advance technology such the blackberry phone, Facebook, Internet helps people to communicate when having a hectic schedule. For example, myself as a college student I hardly see my friends because I have class, training, and job to be responsible, as much I want to socialize, I find it hard. Knowing that I can use my phone to text, or use the Internet to send messages, I find it easier to stay in touch with friends, family, etc. Sometimes I see my friends and want to say hi but I know once I stop and say hi, the “hi” turns to a lunch and one hour conversation. Then I have to worry of the things I was planning to do and did not accomplish them. Therefore, I think messaging online is a good source to talk to people, knowing that I can message whenever I want and receive a message back whenever they can send me one.
With ads online, I see it as a source for companies to sell their product with online communication. Since most people seem to be using the Internet often, (those who have access to it) have the opportunity to see what good quality product to buy or not. Although a variety of company have targeted consumers/audience, it seems unfair to for other people who are interested in the product but cannot get hold of the product because they do not fit the criteria companies are searching.
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I am very intrigued by your assertion that “technology has improved over generations.” First, what do you mean by technology and how, exactly, has it improved? I realize you go on to argue that technology, such as Facebook or a BlackBerry, creates more opportunities for people to connect with one another in an increasingly busy world. Providing a narrative of your own schedule and use of social networking sites to illustrate your point is great. I also want to push you a bit further and ask: are text messages really connecting us to one another, or are they actually creating greater distance in a way? As you write, you hesitate to stop and greet someone because it might turn in to a longer meeting and you will then be unable to accomplish your tasks—is that not a form of distance in a way? Finally, I feel you are on to a new idea in the last sentence. Be careful not to end your paper or post with something new because then your reader is left in suspense. I feel you might be making an argument about class position, access and elitism but it is not yet developed, and I am very interested to know what your thoughts are on these subjects.
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