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American Idol Seizes Control of Contestant Social Media Accounts

March 5th, 2010 by Rosemina Nazarali

Source: Showbizgalore.com

Not being allowed to have your own social media account usually comes down to two factors: 1. you’re not old enough to create one yet; and 2. your parents won’t let you create one. However, for the 16 remaining…

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ChatRoulette.com Gambles with Online Social Standards

February 26th, 2010 by Rosemina Nazarali

Source: Network.nationalpost.com

ChatRoulette.com is the latest fad to hit the social media list, but this one is a bit different and a lot less secure than your usual Twitter or Facebook. Chat Roulette is a video chatting website where a user…

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Google Buzz Privacy Flaws a Possible Threat for all Gmail Users

February 25th, 2010 by Shannon Mcconchie

Source: www.hotindienews.com

After a much-anticipated release, Google Buzz has hit the web, drawing mixed reviews from critics. Though the social networking service boasts easy-to-use features and real-time activity, many have chalked it up to be a “Twitter and Facebook wannabe” plagued…

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Anti-sexting Campaigns Hope to Curb Sexting Craze

February 17th, 2010 by Mia Evans

Source: Diganaoaerotizacaoinfantil.files.wordpress.com

As the practice of sexting — an abbreviation for sex and texting — becomes an increasing problem among today’s youth, we are beginning to see a surge in the number of anti-sexting campaigns.

The practice and term have become so…

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