Alec Gremer's Profile

We Are Data I believe We Are Data is an extensively well-written article describing how our gender, color, sexual orientation, and citizenship status are all assigned and changed by algorithms utilizing personal data. Modern data collection goes beyond just learning more about us in this era of constant surveillance. The significance of such information is likewise determined by organizations like Google, Facebook, and the NSA, who thereby create the worlds and identities we occupy. We have very little influence over our algorithmic selves. The article explains thoroughly how it is up to someone else to make our identities useful. Some may consider it an extra layer of personalization when it comes to algorithms deciding what one will see on social media. This is what most business practices use when it comes to advertising on social media platforms, such as Google Ads monitoring what products to you look at to advertise that same product to you later on a separate website or platform ...

  Defining Social Media Media in itself is the main means of mass communication of where digital content is gathered, whether that be broadcasting, publishing, or sources throughout the internet. Social networking involves the particular sources or platforms that allow users to interact with others that hold similar interests. Currently, I tend to use Instagram and Twitter has my main social networking sites, where my main purpose of use is for social networking (interests) and entertainment respectively. Instagram is particular is an app where I share many photos or videos of experiences I have around the world, and I use what I post to try and find others who have also done the same, while Twitter is an app that I will use primarily to keep up with world events, sports entertainment, pop culture, etc. I tend to use both of these apps daily. Additionally, I occasionally use Facebook Marketplace to find things people might be selling, or sell something myself. Though I do not ...

The Basics of Social Media. The Do's and Don'ts: There are numerous rules to be aware of when interacting with social media. One important thing I always remember when putting myself out there is to always be yourself.  There are 8 billion of us on the planet and over half of that population uses social media, so no two users are going to have the exact same personality and live the exact same life. Everyone is different and diversity within expression is what makes social media attractive. Don't be afraid to express yourself, whether that be your beliefs, experiences, or lifestyle. At the same time, do not assume that other people you may see or meet on social media are authentic.  Just like phishing calls or e-mail scams, social networking platforms that offer to link people from the same school, business, or community may establish a user profile pretending to be someone else. It's important to not post any personal information that could lead someone to you outside ...

  Welcome to My Blog! Hello!  My name is Alec Gremer! Background I am a student in my final year at the University of South Florida. Prior to my enrollment at USF, I attained my AA degree from Hillsborough Community College, and I am currently seeking a Bachelor's in Information Science with a concentration in Data Analytics. I was born in Tampa and have lived here ever since. I graduated with honors from Gaither High School in 2019. I was a proud member of the Marching Cowboys for all four years and I have a strong love for music. Leading up to and through the COVID-19 pandemic, I worked at Guitar Center of Tampa where I worked as a Sales and Operations Associate. Currently, I play guitar, drums, and bass. I have had the opportunity to travel to numerous different destinations throughout the world, including Mexico, France, Italy, and many more. Most recently, I took a trip out to Arizona to celebrate the holidays with some family I have in the region. Despite being in a dese...