A recent content rights battle regarding facebook has many discussing the topic of privacy. Is your content really yours? Recently, facebook's terms of use was reworded to grant itself permanent rights to users content. While the battle continues on the topic, facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg attempted to assure users that "facebook does not, nor have we ever, claimed ownership over people's content."
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Despite the outcome of the battle with facebook, it brings up the important topic of content. I personally believe that your content is your own. How you choose to share that content is also up to you and your discretion. According to a recent blog on Bulldog Reporter, some facebook users have expressed anger towards facebook because the company "may retain archived copies of your User Content" even after your account has been deactivated.
While I understand these user's frustration, I feel they need to take more responsibility for how and when they share their personal content. When you register for a social networking site, such as facebook, it is your responsibility to read the terms of service before adding your personal content. After submission your content will still belong to you, however, your decision to share that information has made it public.
It is important to be fully informed and educated about a social networking site prior to submitting your personal information and content. If you understand the terms of service, then there should be no reason for frustration or confusion over the ownership of your content.
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