Web 2.0

Questions:
What do you think the title of the video means? How does Web 2.0 affect someone who is ready to enter the workforce? How does it affect people who are already in the workforce? What do you think it means when it says that we will have to rethink everything?

Response:
Not only are computers and various other technologies considered to be a remarkable advance, the internet specifically is a noteworthy, yet dynamic development. I would infer that the title of the video, "The Machine is Us/ing Us" means that the web is a open network with a multi-dimensional user face. ‘The machine is us’ in that we benefit from the software, applications, technology, and data the web offers us as individuals, prospective employees, recruiters. Moreover, ‘the machine is using us’ in that it would not be as efficiently developed without us. Therefore, the machine is using us for developments and updates and we are using the machine for sharing, discussing and networking. People who are already in the workforce are affected by web 2.0 because they are now required to remain up to date and involved with the interactive framework or else they may be considered replaceable by the young computer savvy applicants. These applicants may be seen as more effective and efficient which in the end will save a company dollars. However, this advance in communication requires second thought. It is important for individuals to understand that because of the networking capabilities of web 2.0 privacy is often breached without knowing. Common concerns involve false data, plagiarism, and identity theft. It is necessary to RETHINK what you’re posting, what sites you are visiting, and what information you are giving away. The video was, in my opinion, an excellent representation of the World Wide Web’s benefits and disadvantages.