Web — however, it has been suggested that there are really two broad categories of anonymity: Technical anonymity and social anonymity ( hayne & rice, 1997 ). Technical anonymity refers to the removal of all meaningful identifying information about others in the exchange of material. Web — anonymity on the internet is a contentious issue; By some seen as an important freedom to be protected, while others argue for increased identification to protect groups at risk of exploitation. The debate reflects a dichotomous view of online anonymity; You are, or you are not anonymous. Yet the potential benefits of social media anonymity have been largely overlooked, especially when it comes to prosociality. Web — why online anonymity matters. Media, democracy, & public discourse privacy & security. Afsaneh rigot writes that requirements for real identities on the internet pose immense safety and security issues — especially for marginalized persons. How anonymous can we be? 1. 3 how to achieve privacy in public? Benefits and risks of anonymity on social media. 2. 1 benefits and opportunities. 2. 1. 1 freedom of expression. 2. 1. 2 privacy protection. 2. 2 risks and challenges. It is valuable because it enables people to speak without fear of social and legal discrimination. Web — in part one, host michel martin talks to social media specialist rey junco about the pros and cons of kids creating online identities. Web — the allowance for anonymity makes censorship more difficult; Makes necessary criticisms less daunting to share; And shelters marginalized groups, including transgender users and survivors of abuse endeavoring to keep elements of their identity out of. Webthe loss of anonymity and pseudonymity in online spaces has a chilling effect on freedom of expression, undermines privacy, and threatens people’s lives. Yet, there is a pronounced lack of consensus about whether online anonymity, which supports other fundamental human rights, should be protected.
