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Network

Structure of connections between individuals or groups.

Networking

The process of creating and maintaining connections.

Moderate use of social networking sites

Is correlated with stronger online social connections.

Extreme use of social networking sites

Can have a detrimental effect on social connections.

Networked individualism

Refers to the idea that individuals are at the center of their own networks, with personal connections extending across various social contexts.

Digital literacy

The ability to effectively navigate and evaluate digital content.

Adaptability

The ability to adjust to new conditions in a networked society.

Egocentric

Individuals as the center of their own networks.

Egoistic

A more self-centered or self-serving orientation within networks.

Terminology

Matters, but it's essential to focus on the underlying concepts of how people interact in networks and communities.

Selfies

Photos taken of oneself, often shared through social media, reflecting identity, self-expression, and social connection.

Identity exploration

Using selfies to explore various identities through different expressions and contexts.

Self-empowerment

Using selfies to control and present a desired self-image.

Social norms

Expectations that can be reinforced or resisted through selfies.

E-voting

Process of casting a vote electronically, where it is stored and counted in a digital format.

Biometric voter authentication

A method used in Albania to improve the security and accuracy of elections through fingerprint verification.

Accessibility issues with e-voting

Greater access for some but exclusion for others due to the digital divide.

The SAVE Act

Proposed legislation aimed at requiring proof of citizenship during voter registration to prevent non-citizens from voting.

Trolling

Deliberately posting inflammatory or disruptive messages online to provoke emotional responses.

Cyberbullying

Repeated intentional acts of aggression conducted via digital communication technologies, targeting someone who can't defend themselves.

Lulz

Morally ambiguous enjoyment derived from humor or mischief often found in online interactions.

The grab

How digital content captures and holds users’ attention, creating an emotional pull.

Dataveillance

The tracking and monitoring of individuals’ activities and data in digital environments.

Media panic

Societal fear or concern triggered by certain viral or controversial media content.

Emotional intensity

Emphasizes how varying intensities of emotions shape digital interactions.

Self-expression in postmodernity

Emphasis on individual expression and subjective experiences over absolute truths.