https://arcg.is/1XTveH Through the use of the keyword gaze, my Storymap dives deeper into the meaning of this keyword. Two different types of gazes explained are the male gaze and the female gaze. The male gaze is known to sexualize and objectify women within movies, shows, images, and even in real-world scenarios. An example of this is in movies when the… Read more »
The keyword of surveillance means to be watched and observed. In today’s day in age people are being watched 24/7, through their networks, devices, and even through the internet. While some places make it simple with surveillance systems put in places like the RING doorbell that has a built-in camera, or just plain surveillance cameras in storefronts people cannot escape… Read more »
As the keyword gaze has several different meanings behind the simple word, in this instance gaze refers to the lens through which the viewer observes the media from. For example, in many movies, the male gaze is placed into perspective to make the males feel they have a superiority complex that entitles them. However, this is far from the real… Read more »
Flow is a concept that can be interpreted in various ways depending on the context. In this context we refer to flow in a way of connecting media coming in and out, assisting human interactions within technology. This flow can be information such as identity, credit card information, and even email information. This information is known as capital, this capital… Read more »
Assemblage within the media is when both technological aspects and human interactions create an action that is produced on a media platform. For example, as spoken about in class, a single tweet can be directed and broken down into its simplest concepts such as characters, a thought, a device, a profile, internet; to only list a few. There are several… Read more »
I interpret agency as the way people get information from others. For example, when your phone or device is sitting in close proximity while talking about a certain item or topic, later that day ads relating to that topic appears. However, as we do not know for sure if our devices are listening to us speak, a single search can… Read more »
Not only used for technology, but infrastructure is also a term that can be applied to the real world too. Infrastructure within technology is usually programmed and not shown; however, when a glitch is present all of the infrastructures of the technology are revealed. For example, when apps such as Snapchat and Instagram crash, the infrastructure that created and programmed… Read more »
In today’s society, the term “networking” has a multitude of meanings; however, I view it as a way of connecting with people whether it is virtual or in-person. New apps such as Facebook and Linkedln allow people, companies, and most-importantly alumni of universities to connect and network through personal connections and business connections. While most networking is for businesses to… Read more »
In today’s society, data is all over the place from online searches to talking on the phone to your friends about the newest product. While data can be useful and make life easier for short-term success, in the long-run data is can be very harmful and invasive. For example, when online shopping vendors use credit card information and personal addresses… Read more »
The Gamelean Çudamani performance was a small taste of Balinese culture’s dance and music. The performance began with the drummers on stage performing various metal instruments similar to xylophones, continuing into the dancers joining. As each dance set took the stage, the audience was informed about the story behind the dance making it easier for the audience to interpret the… Read more »