The Exchange

Privacy is important. Important because no one wants to be violated or open the door to being exposed. Some people are more private than others. What’s appropriate? Are those who cover the camera on their laptop paranoid? 

How does ego play in? Are they egomaniacs? Assuming “people” would think their life is interesting enough to snoop? What’s the line? 

We see movie stars getting caught in the “act” all the time. Does that mean people care about our act? 

Maybe… but likely not. 

Some people avoid social media because Zuck might steal their info. Info that is likely already stored… and available to the highest bidder. 

So do you hide or let the cat stay out of the bag? You can’t put the toothpaste back in the tube but you can use your head. 

Guarding all your data would be a full-time job. Is it worth your time? Are you that interesting? Are you willing to exchange convenience for privacy? If Alexa hears you talk about needing more toothpaste and then you see it as a suggested item on Amazon, do you feel violated?

No one likes to be violated but we also don’t like to be surprised by the cat.