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Definition: digital subject
(1) A topic concerning computers. See digital age.
(2) The contrast to a "digital citizen." In his 2024 book about the dangers of social media, Frank McCourt, Jr. claims while Big Tech makes a fortune on our data, we get nothing but reinforcement of our feelings. In his book, users are "digital subjects" instead of living in a world of "digital citizens."
We Are the Product!
(2) The contrast to a "digital citizen." In his 2024 book about the dangers of social media, Frank McCourt, Jr. claims while Big Tech makes a fortune on our data, we get nothing but reinforcement of our feelings. In his book, users are "digital subjects" instead of living in a world of "digital citizens."
Social media and search engines are free but they make a fortune on the data we freely hand over because information and ads are custom tailored to our preferences. McCourt says something very intriguing: "if we do not pay for a product, WE ARE THE PRODUCT."