Internet: Time to Break Facebook

Recently, Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes made a bold demand – to break Facebook into smaller separate companies in order to avoid its Monopoly status. I had read the full article on MSN.Com but not able to trace it. But here are some links about it: Mint; NYT

I really agree with this article and the way world is changing, digital media is becoming more and more powerful and at times since it is real-time, can play havoc. Proper moderation and monitoring is needed to make sure that monopolistic companies like Facebook are not abusing their position. In the recent Cambridge Analytica case, it was proven beyond doubt that Facebook does not practice business ethics and indulges in information security and privacy frauds in order to make money. Therefore, if such a proposal comes up, as Chris Hughes has made, I would readily support it.

-      Rahul Tiwary

#SocialNetwork: How to Delete your Facebook Account

It seems there is some confusing about finding the option to delete one's Facebook account; since the menu path does not show it at all. In order to delete your Facebook account, you can go to below link:

https://www.facebook.com/help/delete_account

If you want you can only deactivate the account instead of deleting it; or else choose permanent deletion. Many users deactivate their account fearing loss of data and connections in case of permanent deletion; but end up remaining 'enslaved' to Facebook since they tend to return back and log in again after a few days/weeks. Hence, ponder over pros and cons of permanent deletion, take necessary backup beforehand and then make your final decision of deleting the account.

Remaining logged into Facebook and its excessive usage has taken a toll on many people's mental and personal wellness. And the recent privacy concerns and instances of users data being sold to third party apps and businesses for making commercial gains has dinned the credibility of Facebook a lot. This is why #Delete Facebook is a live and progressing trend on Twitter for long.

Have a nice day! 

- Rahul