The People's Platform Final Test

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What is the main consequence of the internet's ad-driven model according to Taylor?

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It has created a system where attention is valued more than substance.

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How does 'The People’s Platform' address the concept of 'free' content?

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It often costs privacy or data exploitation.

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What is a significant issue with digital content monetization identified by Taylor?

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Challenges in fair monetization for creators.

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What is the relationship between the internet's ad-driven model and the decline of the cultural industry's middle class?

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The ad-driven model is a direct cause of the decline of the cultural industry's middle class.

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What problem does Taylor identify with the belief that the internet has ushered in an era of cultural democracy?

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It ignores the role of powerful tech companies in shaping the online landscape.

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Define 'ad-driven model' in the context of the internet.

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A business model where revenue is generated primarily through advertisements, often prioritizing user attention over content quality.

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What is meant by 'cultural democracy' in the context of the internet?

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The idea that the internet allows equal access to cultural production and consumption for all individuals.

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Explain the term 'data exploitation' as discussed in 'The People’s Platform'.

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The practice of using personal data collected from users without their informed consent, often for profit.

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What does Taylor suggest about the impact of tech companies on content diversity?

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Powerful tech companies often limit content diversity by prioritizing certain types of content that attract more ad revenue.

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What is the significance of independent creators in the digital landscape according to Taylor?

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Independent creators face challenges in gaining recognition and fair monetization due to the dominance of ad-driven platforms.