The unstoppable evolution of modern technology has dramatically changed the way we communicate. We show little interest in talking to each other and focus a tremendous amount of our energy on mobile devices. When we have questions, we seek knowledge from the omnipotent and omnipresent voice of the Internet. It has all the right answers.
Our children are the true prototype of this phenomenon. With the incredible capabilities of mobile phones today, our kids can surf the Web from virtually any location on planet Earth, take and post pictures to the myriad social media outlets, obtain map directions from where they stand, and download software applications (apps) geared toward the most obscure topic on one’s mind. Many of these extraordinary wonders are achieved not just because technology exists in a magical ether, but because data providers collect, store and distribute personal information, which consumers unwittingly disclose when visiting websites and downloading apps. Although most content operators tout robust privacy policies, many seldom abide by them. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has made significant efforts to ensure that these companies keep the privacy promises they make to consumers, especially where children are concerned.
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