Swine flu creates controversy on Twitter

"This is a good example of why [Twitter is] headed in that wrong direction, because it's just propagating fear amongst people as opposed to seeking actual solutions or key information," said Brennon Slattery, a contributing writer for PC World. "The swine flu thing came really at the crux of a media revolution."

Twitter's popularity has exploded in recent months, and Slattery said it's a new development that a wide number of people would turn to ... Full Story »

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Noelle Morano
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by Noelle Morano - Apr. 29, 2009

It is interesting to see the impact media and technology can have on the spread of information, especially in this day and age with increased public access to information on the internet. I hope that readers see the responsibility to be credible that comes along with online blogging and posts.

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