Privacy and Confidentiality

Privacy and confidentiality has been a controversial issue with new media; especially over the internet.  A large amount of people post access amount of information about themselves on the internet.  It is the person's choice to censor or leave their information out in the open.  Identity theft could happen to people who don't censor their information.  We often use our credit cards online.  However, it is essential to make sure you are using a secured website or else there could be fraud or identity theft.  When it comes down to privacy and new media, make sure to keep important information to yourself and off the internet.  It is in your best interest to protect yourself.