How do algorithms know so much about us? |
Picture this: you’re scrolling on your favorite platform and suddenly come across an ad or piece of content that feels a little too specific to you. In the past few years, this has become a universal experience, but how do platforms know so much about us? In this week’s episode of #AskFirefox we discuss all things algorithms – how and why platforms collect information about us, how what we do online contributes to the suggestions we get, and the possible dangers of platforms controlling information and algorithms to benefit their bottom line.
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We’ve all been perplexed by the internet. How does it work, why does it know so much about us and how does it continue to be the best distraction ever? Every week, Firefox answers your pressing questions to help you understand the web and live your best online life.
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