Why Can the Internet Be Described as a Thanatechnology

question 27

Multiple Choice

Why can the Internet be described as a thanatechnology?

• A) Because it is a utopian community
• B) Because it is a social space where people can connect to strong and weak ties simultaneously
• C) Because it is a place that hosts mechanisms that are used to access information or aid in learning about death-related topics
• D) Because it is a place to profit from the deaths of others

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Definitions:

Priming

The process by which media and public speech set the stage for how people interpret and recall information, often influencing public perception and opinion.

Public Perceptions

Public perceptions entail the collective beliefs, attitudes, and opinions held by the general population about issues, events, or personalities.

Opinionated Information

Information that contains personal beliefs or judgments rather than factual data alone.

Agenda Setting

The process by which the media or political figures prioritize certain issues, making them more salient in the public's perception.