Because every one else on the Internet is writing about SOPA, we thought we would also.
GOOD
Let’s jump on the imagination train with GOOD and picture a post-SOPA Internet… awful? cool? You tell us.
But before you do, let’s chat about the article. They discuss how this Act could affect social media, specifically Twitter and Facebook. If you unwillingly post or re-post material to either one of those sites, well, your domain will be blocked (without warning). In addition, you can say bye-bye to elaborate search results, as any site that MAY contain copyright-infringement might not appear in the search results. To the library it is!!
Have an opinion or comment to make? Who cares! With SOPA, a blogger or site provider will be responsible for the content and comments on his/her blog. That being said, inevitably, people are going to remove the comments section (and rightfully so).
The last few points discuss include sites such as Flickr, Wikileaks and Wikipedia as a huge liability, thereby becoming a thing of the past. Another point discussed by GOOD, which I almost have to share an opinion on, is the argument that SOPA would kill the voice of many kids who post and share information. In addition, GOOD argues that sharing on the Internet spurs innovation. Yet, “the law would stop innovation in its tracks”.
Hm… this could be a good thing. People could utilize sites such as O Hours to collaborate and discuss or even to share ideas. One great thing is that face-to-face communication would be more prevalent.
One last point, restrictions do promote and motivate room for new design and innovation. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. If users no longer can comment on a site, then another functionality or development will come along, allowing for one to share ideas and collaborate… whether it be digital or not.
Correct me if I’m wrong.