Filters are key to making sense of the vast information landscape of the internet. They help to sift through the noise and present us with what we need or want to see. But there’s a problem: these filters are becoming too effective. They are so good at their job that they risk creating ‘filter bubbles’ – echo chambers where we only hear views and ideas that align with our own.
This creates a skewed view of the world, reinforcing our biases and limiting our exposure to new and different perspectives. It’s a challenge that needs addressing.
One proposed solution is ‘serendipity by design’ – designing systems that intentionally expose us to unexpected or unfamiliar content. But this is easier said than done. It requires striking a balance between showing us what we want and need, and introducing us to new and different things.
The danger of filter bubbles is real and pressing. But with careful design and a commitment to diversity and openness, it’s a problem that can be overcome.
Go to source article: http://interconnected.org/home/2015/02/17/filtered