Machines vs. Humans

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?


Answer:
Computers and the internet are amazing technological advances in our lives! In my opinion, the video, "Web 2.0...The Machine is Us/ing Us," means we have become so dependent on computers on a day-to-day basis that we would not know how to deal without them. A person whom is about to enter the workforce needs to understand the importance of working with computers. The internet is a quick easy way for people to send out job applications and other personal information to businesses. A person entering the workforce may be interested in sending out a resume or memorandum, and by sending the information through email, then it is guaranteed to get to an office before mail from a post office. The person sending a letter through the mail carrier might miss out on an opportunity, while another person may gain the opportunity by chosing to send his or her information through email. The web is a wonderful place for networking. Web 2.0 is a place where people are linked from all over the world. People in the workforce should be comfortable with using a computer. Today, if a person does not understand and keep up with the technological advances, then he or she will be left behind. Many business have access to the internet which allows for more efficient communication. People are able to get work done at a faster rate. However, the problem that exists is that because of the advance communication, we should be careful of what can be accessed. We have to be careful of our privacy. We have to think about identity theft, stalkers, plagiarism, etc. The internet is an amazing resource, but we just need to pay careful attention to the information that we let the world access.
I enjoyed the way the professor created the video. He did a good job proving his point about the good and bad aspects of the internet.