blog post 2.0

The machine is us/ing us. I suppose this title is a bit of a pun. The composer of this work thinks that the new functions of the world wide web (the machine) is encompassing human identity. Also, he claims that the machine is using the users to gain more knowledge and eventually take over the world (if it hasn't already). All in the meanwhile, the author cleverly uses "us/ing" as a little reference to how web 2.0 has changed how communication takes place.
As I am typing this post, I realize how much word processing has changed and how you can really express yourself in a completely different way that you could have 10, 20, 50, 100, 10000 years ago. I mean before, all you could do was try to bang a sharp rock into a bigger flatter rock and try to "write" "messages." As time passed, you were able to put a piece of processed tree into a feed roller, and then instantly "type" a message (but if you messed up, you had to bust out the white out [don't put it in your eye, though]). Nowadays, we take for granted the ease of changing fonts, styles, size, layout, and the everso useful backspace key. Web 2.0 has taken the expression of ideas and words to a new level. Communication links people and the outlet of today's communication is changing an exponential rate.
But is web 2.0 a good thing? Everything is good in moderation, right? Well, I think that web 2.0, and all that comes with it has really helped the greater good of humanity. But, I also think it is a little scary. The amount and type of information that is available on the internet makes you think what people can see and find out. Also, it is scary to see how communication is breaking down in this country. I have heard that our people my age are said to be part of "generation x" or "generation next." I think today's kids will be soon called "generation text." That gives me chills, just to think of how our language will soon be condensed to one letter words and the absence of vowels. ya no wht im sayin?
For generation x, we must be ready how to utilize web 2.0 effectively as we enter the workforce. The future will demand our abilities to communicate through these technological mediums. If you already have these skills, you will be ahead of your class, most likely.. As important it is to know what web 2.0 is, is to know how not to use web 2.0. For example, web 2.0 is all about self expression and communication, but you do not want to express yourself negatively, especially in the professional world. Sites like facebook and myspace are of public domain, and I am pretty sure some people would not potential employers looking at their "spaces." I have heard that people post pictures of themselves in inebriated states. I guess that makes you cool? Doesn't smoking make you cool too? Maybe, I'm missing something.
Anywho, the video refers to this idea of rethinking everything. My interpretation of this is that we must remember to think before we type. Clearly, I am not a hypocrite, as I really thought about everything I wrote in this composition.. But, I think it is important to take advantage of the ease of personal expression through 2.0, but you must also communicate intelligently. Post over.