7. Research Purpose ~ Research Questions The purpose of this research is gain an understanding into user’s perceived responsibilities when using social media. This, in turn, will help develop an enlightened approach to how users can better equip themselves to manage the privacy of their social identity. How can social media users enable themselves to be better users by reducing risk? In what ways can one facilitate awareness among social media users to offset diminishing privacy restrictions and security protocols?
9. Current Research Results Facebook Facebook Account Hacked Facebook Security/Privacy Topic Profile: Facebook, Social Media Security & Privacy. Keywords:api, account hacked, privacy breach, viruses Sentiment Subjects:facebook, privacy Regions: United States Languages: English
13. Why?To help users reduce riskThis is an addition to previous and current research being conducted in the area of Information & Privacy Technology.
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