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The research review of current literature makes the question of racism and the internet clearer. Racism on the internet is dangerous. According to Tynes et al., (2012) research shows, “being victimized online is associated with poor mental health” (p. 343). Researchers and society should take this issue very seriously. It is a pervasive issue that needs to be addressed promptly. If the question of racism on the internet is not addressed, that more and more people will be harmed and racist behaviors will still be seen as “ok” online. Now, with research that reveals that being victimized online is a detriment to a users’ health, psychologists and sociologists can now made pleases for change to be made. The breakthrough of linking racism …show more content…
The internet is such an awesome invention, which has enriched our lives and has also made our lives much easier. With the onset of the World Wide Web, many racists have made the shift from traditional forms of media to the internet. The openness has allowed for people to be spread their hate around their world and to be very open about it. According Wojcieszak (2010), “online hate sites increased by over sixty percent since 1999” (p. 150). The increase in hates sites is an extremely negative aspect of the free and openness of the internet. But, the websites are able to survive because of the anonymity of the internet. One might argue that the internet should be not open, because of the pervasive nature of racism and prejudice that is on it. If the internet was to be censored or moderated, it would result in a friendlier and most inclusive place, but privacy and free speech would be severely curtailed. To some this would be a no brainer, but to others it would destroy the nature and everything that is great about the …show more content…
Millions of people play video games. Many people play them online. Research has shown many times that online communities might be very homogeneous. It appears that white male players are the main demographics in online games. The homogeny of players can cause some in group and out group bias. As seen in multiple games, “heated conflicts over race, nationality, and play styles” (Daniels, 2013, p. 700), flare up when players of different races come into contact with each other. These conflicts are probably the result of people, who have not had much interactions with other races. Along with not having a lot of interaction with people of other races, being in competition with said races probably does not help the situation. Furthermore, racism or prejudice that one will find in online games might not be actual racism. It could be trolls or people who get caught up in the moment. Although, Daniels (2013) argues that true racism may subside in, “denial and disavowal, rather than explicit racism” (p. 700). The gritty nature of racism makes it hard for researchers to accurately record whether or not a gamer who exhibits racist behavior is sincere in their beliefs or are just caught up in the moment and decided to use racially charged language. Poe’s Law is a real problem in trying to determine the intent for those who post racially charged images, text, or voice communications. More research on the
The research review of current literature makes the question of racism and the internet clearer. Racism on the internet is dangerous. According to Tynes et al., (2012) research shows, “being victimized online is associated with poor mental health” (p. 343). Researchers and society should take this issue very seriously. It is a pervasive issue that needs to be addressed promptly. If the question of racism on the internet is not addressed, that more and more people will be harmed and racist behaviors will still be seen as “ok” online. Now, with research that reveals that being victimized online is a detriment to a users’ health, psychologists and sociologists can now made pleases for change to be made. The breakthrough of linking racism …show more content…
The internet is such an awesome invention, which has enriched our lives and has also made our lives much easier. With the onset of the World Wide Web, many racists have made the shift from traditional forms of media to the internet. The openness has allowed for people to be spread their hate around their world and to be very open about it. According Wojcieszak (2010), “online hate sites increased by over sixty percent since 1999” (p. 150). The increase in hates sites is an extremely negative aspect of the free and openness of the internet. But, the websites are able to survive because of the anonymity of the internet. One might argue that the internet should be not open, because of the pervasive nature of racism and prejudice that is on it. If the internet was to be censored or moderated, it would result in a friendlier and most inclusive place, but privacy and free speech would be severely curtailed. To some this would be a no brainer, but to others it would destroy the nature and everything that is great about the …show more content…
Millions of people play video games. Many people play them online. Research has shown many times that online communities might be very homogeneous. It appears that white male players are the main demographics in online games. The homogeny of players can cause some in group and out group bias. As seen in multiple games, “heated conflicts over race, nationality, and play styles” (Daniels, 2013, p. 700), flare up when players of different races come into contact with each other. These conflicts are probably the result of people, who have not had much interactions with other races. Along with not having a lot of interaction with people of other races, being in competition with said races probably does not help the situation. Furthermore, racism or prejudice that one will find in online games might not be actual racism. It could be trolls or people who get caught up in the moment. Although, Daniels (2013) argues that true racism may subside in, “denial and disavowal, rather than explicit racism” (p. 700). The gritty nature of racism makes it hard for researchers to accurately record whether or not a gamer who exhibits racist behavior is sincere in their beliefs or are just caught up in the moment and decided to use racially charged language. Poe’s Law is a real problem in trying to determine the intent for those who post racially charged images, text, or voice communications. More research on the