[ASC-list] Suburban Spying (was Re: WA Branch Facebook Page)

[Charles Willock]

There are serious problems with Facebook (among a number of other
providers of social networking services).  

I don't have a Facebook account.  So why when I click on a link
under "Recommended Episodes" on 

   http://upclose.unimelb.edu.au/

do I get a response "from Facebook".  (Sorry Dyani, its not your fault,
the science is excellent, but being tracked by Facebook is not.)

Once when one did a Google search, one could click on one of the
links and go directly to the designated page.  Now, if I click on
a link, Google "phones home".  (No, I don't need to have cookies
enabled for that to happen.)

The science of network content analysis is way, way ahead of what
the public understands.

For a public perception, the 'nightlife' program on ABC radio
will be canvassing this as their "issue of the day" tonight
... from perhaps a little bit before 1 AM depending on the timing
of the end of "The Quiz".  

Some links which may be of interest:

   http://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2012/s3533869.htm
   http://www.news.com.au/technology/dislike-logging-out-wont-stop-facebook-spying-on-you/story-e6frfro0-1226146982274

Why should anyone be tracking my search terms; following my link 
usage; identifying my map locations; monitoring my GPS; reading my; 
mail to any gmail users etc. logging/analysing my opinions on 
forums, etc.  

Good luck with your quest Phil. 


Charlesw




On Wed, Jun 27, 2012 at 10:37:54AM +0800, Phillip Arena wrote:
> :)
> 
> I hope that this does not 'disadvantage' those of us that choose 
> to not engage with Facebook. 
> 
> Regards
> 
> Phil
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: asc-list-bounces at lists.asc.asn.au on behalf of Magdeline Lum
> Sent: Wed 6/27/2012 5:23 AM
> To: asc-list at lists.asc.asn.au
> Subject: [ASC-list] WA Branch Facebook Page
>  
> Want to keep up with the latest in science communication in Western Australia?
> 
> The WA Branch of ASC now has a facebook page for you to "Like".
> 
> Events and PD opportunity details will be posted as well as photos from these events.
> 
> We have also enabled the "Message" button to allow members to contact the WA committee on Facebook.
> 
> http://www.facebook.com/AuSciCommWA
> 
> Cheers,
> Magdeline Lum
> President WA Branch ASC
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