Turn Off That Camera During Virtual Meetings, Environmental Study Says
Razi Berry It’s not just to hide clutter anymore — add “saving the planet” to the reasons you leave the camera off during your next virtual meeting. A new study says that despite a record drop in global carbon emissions in 2020, a pandemic-driven shift to remote work and more at-home entertainment still presents significant […]
Re-Thinking the Algorithms that Control the Internet
Razi Berry Polarization, conspiracy theories, fake news: What people see on the Internet is largely determined by the opaque algorithms of just a few corporations. That’s a worrying development for democratic societies. But online environments could be designed in ways that promote autonomy and transparency, thereby fostering the positive potential of the Internet. A team […]
Facebook Use Linked to Depression
Razi Berry Everyone else is better than me. That’s the impression you get when you look at profiles on social networks. Social media and the great depression Great holiday, fantastic party, adorable children, incredible food: everyone shows their life in the best light on social networks. Those who take a look around on such sites […]