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520: Cruel Summer

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Exploring skepticism and misconceptions about technology companies and data collection

This chapter addresses the skepticism and misunderstandings around technology companies' data collection practices, clarifying that constant surveillance is improbable and that targeted ads are generated based on user input and algorithms. It also highlights the difficulties tech enthusiasts face in educating the public about these intricate concepts.

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