Why Facebook is scarier than Google (ZD blog)

http://blogs.zdnet.com/micro-markets/?p=1437

by litepost • 19 years ago

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pg• 19 years ago

When this woman is writing bad things about you, it's a sign you're doing something right.

ivan• 19 years ago

So is it all right with facebook Paul? You are an icon for many people ...

willarson• 19 years ago

I honestly still find myself shocked at the low quality of ZD Net blogs. The analysis is often minimal, the length is usually 300-500 words, and the originality is non-existent. Trying to read that article was befuddling and ultimately I resorted to bewildered skimming.

Regarding the argument, I don't think Facebook is going to be a serious mechanism for good or evil until the company begins to take measured actions aimed at a long term goal other than "be big" and "make money." Things like the poor logistics for the API roll-out, constant minor changes, bug-inducing updates, etc, are signs of internal disorganization. I can't see either short or long term stability within that chaos.

I am also curious about Zuckerberg. I have heard both extremely negative things (arrogant), and very positive things. As usual reality is probably closer to the mean.

brlewis• 19 years ago

Believing reality is generally closer to the mean sets you up for manipulation. By adding extremes to the voices you listen to, I can move your perceived reality in either direction.

Why Facebook is scarier than Google (ZD blog)

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