Social Media Algorithms

How Social Media Algorithms Shape What You See Online

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How Social Media Algorithms Shape What You See Online

Have you ever watched one cooking video and suddenly found your feed filled with recipes? Maybe you searched for running shoes and then started seeing fitness creators, marathon clips, and sports-related recommendations everywhere. That is not just coincidence. Understanding how social media algorithms shape what you see online can help explain why your TikTok, Instagram, … Read more

How Social Media Shapes the Information People Receive

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How Social Media Shapes the Information People Receive

Open Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, or another social platform and your feed probably looks completely different from someone else’s. You may see technology news, football clips, recipes, political discussions, travel videos, or celebrity updates, while another person sees an entirely different mix. That difference is not accidental. Understanding how social media shapes the information people … Read more