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Edit of Digital Footprint:

Answering In-Class Questions-

1. This Wikipedia page seems to lack pictures as well as information about how early one accumulates a digital footprint and how it can impact things later on.

2. As far as the concerns on the "Talk" page go, I see that there is a need for this page to be updated to discuss more about the real world today and the relevance of this topic. The idea that this page needs to be edited comes from the fact that a digital footprint deals with technology and technology is so quickly changing. What someone may have added to this article a year ago could already be out of date as a result of our ever changing technological world.

3. The first WikiProject falls under the category of Internet, and any category falling under Internet also comes with many guidelines.

CLEAN UP "Web Browser" SECTION.

Put "Privacy Issues" after the "Types of digital footprint" or after "Long-Term effects".

Types of digital footprint

THIS IS WHERE I WILL CLEAN UP THE LEAD AND MOVE THE TEXT THAT DISCUSSES PASSIVE AND ACTIVE DIGITAL FOOTPRINT.

Effects on workforce

THIS IS WHERE I WILL PUT THE INFORMATION ABOUT DOCTORS. (The information about doctors and the importance of their digital footprint is already existing under the "Privacy issues" heading, and it doesn't quite fit or directly relate to privacy. This information is of good quality; however, I think it would be more fitting under "Long-term effects" or possibly creating a new section specifically related to the effects a digital footprint can have when in the work force.)

Not only are doctors impacted by their digital footprint, but anyone that has a digital footprint will be impacted, especially those that will eventually enter the workforce. It is likely for job employers to look into applicants digital footprint during the hiring process. Job applicants who have a negative digital footprint, or a digital footprint that doesn't reflect their character well, will struggle landing a job.

Long-Term effects

Not only do those entering the workforce need to consider the effect of their digital footprint, but this is also relevant information to teens. As a result of teens considering the kind of impact they are making and how these things will also affect their future they will be set up for more success than someone who is apathetic towards the impression they are making online. Teens that plan on receiving a higher education will have their digital footprint reviewed and assessed as a part of the application process.

Build a positive digital footprint

The negative impact of a digital footprint could be daunting and make one flee from social media in attempt to not have a digital footprint at all, yet this can be a beneficial thing if thought about carefully and not carelessly.

1. Research yourself: By doing this one can see what type of information is following them and is apart of their digital footprint.
2. Think before posting: This will allow for time to consider whether or not this is something that should be apart of one's digital footprint. Sources say that those who do not consider all possible implications of what they post on the internet, may be negatively affected when looking for employment.
3. Experts advise people to not delete their accounts in an attempt to go off the map because it does not actually work like that.
4. Highlight attractive traits and qualities: Using the Internet and social media outlets to highlight one's greatest attributes and qualities will allow the person to be seen in a positive light. Since it is already known that digital footprints are evaluated by potential job employers and universities in the application process then use that to benefit you and make you look attractive.