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Custodians Of The Internet: Platforms, Content Moderation, And The Hidden Decisions That Shape Social Media
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A Revealing And Gripping Investigation Into How Social Media Platforms Police What We Post Onlineand The Large Societal Impact Of These Decisionsmost Users Want Their Twitter Feed, Facebook Page, And Youtube Comments To Be Free Of Harassment And Porn. Whether Faced With Fake News Or Livestreamed Violence, Content Moderatorswho Censor Or Promote Userposted Contenthave Never Been More Important. This Is Especially True When The Tools That Social Media Platforms Use To Curb Trolling, Ban Hate Speech, And Censor Pornography Can Also Silence The Speech You Need To Hear.In This Revealing And Nuanced Exploration, Awardwinning Sociologist And Cultural Observer Tarleton Gillespie Provides An Overview Of Current Social Media Practices And Explains The Underlying Rationales For How, When, And Why These Policies Are Enforced. In Doing So, Gillespie Highlights That Content Moderation Receives Too Little Public Scrutiny Even As It Is Shapes Social Norms And Creates Consequences For Public Discourse, Cultural Production, And The Fabric Of Society. Based On Interviews With Content Moderators, Creators, And Consumers, This Accessible, Timely Book Is A Mustread For Anyone Whos Ever Clicked Like Or Retweet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Custodians of the Internet' about? A: This book explores how social media platforms manage user content and the societal impacts of these moderation decisions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Tarleton Gillespie, an award-winning sociologist and cultural observer.
- Q: When was 'Custodians of the Internet' published? A: The book was published on June 26, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Custodians of the Internet'? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers? A: Yes, it is written in an accessible manner, making it suitable for anyone interested in social media and content moderation.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as content moderation practices, societal implications, and interviews with moderators and users.
- Q: Does the book include real-life case studies? A: Yes, it includes insights from interviews with content moderators and users, providing real-life context.
- Q: What can I learn from this book? A: Readers can gain a deeper understanding of how content moderation shapes social norms and influences public discourse.
- Q: Is this book a good resource for understanding social media dynamics? A: Absolutely, it provides a comprehensive look at the mechanisms of content moderation and its effects on society.