Searching for Information About the Long-Term Health Effects of COVID-19 on the Internet - an Experimental Study Examining the Role of Online Content Ranking and COVID-19 Fear

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Branka Bagarić ◽  
Natasa Jokic-Begic
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Online Content ◽  
Content Ranking

scholarly journals Measuring the Effect of the Internet on Economic Growth: The Case of Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 61
Author(s):  
Hisham J. Bardesi
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Growth Rate ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Internet Access ◽  
Ordinary Least Squares ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Macroeconomic Performance ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this study is to examine and assess the impact of the Internet on economic growth in Saudi Arabia. Various studies show that there is a relationship between the growth rate of GDP and the Internet, as estimated by Internet user numbers. In this paper, the ordinary least squares (OLS) model is utilized to study the economic impact of Internet Access from 1994 to 2018, which has had a profound effect on the market structure of many sectors and Saudi’s global macroeconomic performance. The study constructs a model to investigate any significant impact of the Internet on the Saudi economy. Finally, this paper suggests that an understanding of the role of the Internet is essential for policymakers who plan to promote new forms of economic growth in the future. To take a long-term view implies working on technologies that could improve the economy and people’s lives by creating a technological ecosystem in and around Saudi Arabia, along with other major economies.

scholarly journals Facebook's role in online reputation management

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 62-68
Author(s):  
Tănase Tasențe
Keyword(s):  
Image Analysis ◽  
Reputation Management ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Press Coverage ◽  
Online Environment ◽  
Online Content ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
The Social ◽  
Online Reputation

Controlling online content with a brand, which performs well in search and social results, is considered a major force when it comes to image analysis in the online environment. Positive reviews, press coverage and other beneficial materials are also considered useful for a brand. In addition, a strong search profile, including links from authoritative sites to positive online content, is a form of advantage. In order to investigate the interaction of Facebook users, a questionnaire was prepared which was distributed and completed by online users. The role of the questionnaire is to capture users' perception of the importance they attach to their image from the perspective of their personal Facebook profile. The objectives of the study were to identify the main reasons why Internet users use the Facebook site, the frequency with which they access the social network, the most used device for logging in and the evaluation of affirmations that confirm or disprove the use of Facebook to promote the personal image. The questionnaire was distributed on the Internet and on several Facebook groups with over 50,000 members, between June 10 and 25, 2019.

Disaster Management and Continuity Planning in Libraries

2019 ◽  
pp. 500-524
Author(s):  
Rebecca Hamilton ◽  
Diane Brown
Keyword(s):  
Disaster Management ◽  
Essential Role ◽  
Contingency Planning ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Continuity Planning ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Year 2000

Since the year 2000 libraries' concepts of disaster management, contingency planning and the role of libraries in a major disruptive event have changed dramatically. Libraries have gone from an emphasis on protecting and restoring collections and facilities to an emphasis on service continuity. Although broadband adoption nationwide remains disproportionate at best, the advent and widespread use of the Internet and e-government mean that libraries have become the centers of communication for their communities in a crisis. This chapter will demonstrate the essential role of libraries before, during and after a disaster, both short term and long term and how to get a seat at the table with community planners by demonstrating the functions that are critical to recovery. In order to fulfill this community role, a library first needs to be prepared with its own business continuity plan.

Policy Question: Is a Sovereign Internet Feasible?

2021 ◽  
pp. 173-176
Author(s):  
Kieron O’Hara
Keyword(s):  
The Internet ◽  
Domain Name System ◽  
Domain Name ◽  
Policy Objective ◽  
Successful Experiment ◽  
Policy Question ◽  
National Borders

In 2019, Russia attempted to implement a long-term policy objective, to enable itself to cut the Russian Internet (RuNet) off from the rest, by blocking the flow of data through Internet Exchange Points at national borders. It claimed that a successful experiment had been carried out. This chapter looks at why this should happen and whether it is possible. The role of US interests, for instance in ICANN, is considered as a risk to Russian sovereignty, although American attempts to interfere with the Domain Name System would be counterproductive and unlikely to be successful. Attempts by Iran and Egypt to cut the Internet off are also discussed.

Understanding content sharing on the internet: test of a cognitive-affective-conative model

2020 ◽  
Vol 44 (7) ◽  
pp. 1289-1306
Author(s):  
Cheng-Chieh Hsiao
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Online Content ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Content Sharing ◽  
Sharing Behavior ◽  
Moderating Role

PurposeWith the prevalence of user-generated content on the internet, this study aims to propose a cognitive-affective-conative model to examine how users create and share their content online. The moderating role of gender differences is also tested in the model.Design/methodology/approachThis study collects a representative sample of 873 internet users via a nation-wide survey in Taiwan.FindingsThe results show that hedonic value has a positive impact on internet satisfaction, and social value affects life satisfaction and internet satisfaction positively. Both life satisfaction and internet satisfaction are positively related to content sharing on the internet. In particular, the positive effect of life satisfaction on online content sharing is greater for male users than for female users.Research limitations/implicationsThis study contributes to the existing literature by investigating online content sharing behavior from the cognitive-affective-conative perspective. This study also provides a better understanding of this behavior by simultaneously examining life satisfaction and internet satisfaction as two underlying mechanisms. Furthermore, gender differences play an important role in determining content sharing on the internet.Practical implicationsFor digital marketing practitioners, this study suggests several online editing and social mechanisms for encouraging users' engagement in content sharing behavior on the internet.Originality/valueThis study is one of the first that examines a cognitive-affective-conative framework of content sharing behavior on the internet. This study also demonstrates boundary conditions of this framework by testing the moderating role of gender differences.

The Role of Risk Related Knowledge in the Diffusion of Internet Innovations

2010 ◽  
Vol 09 (01) ◽  
pp. 31-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zakaria I. Saleh ◽  
Emad Abushanab
Keyword(s):  
Diffusion Of Innovation ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
High Volume ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Internet Technology ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Online Purchases

Several variables can influence the adoption of innovation. Human Computer Interaction research has focused on ease of use as the prime determinate of user satisfaction and adoption. This study explores the issues that influence the adoption, and further examines the knowledge of perceived risk as an influence. The study examines existing theory as it pertains to the diffusion of innovation from the perspective of the Internet, and assesses the extent to which Internet technology can be used in building long-term consumer relationships. Despite the high volume of shopping done on the Internet each day, many consumers fail to make online purchases because of continued reluctance to engage in transactions with intermediaries that are not familiar and trusted. Based on the previous studies, this study posits that perceived risk for security of online transactions is one of the factors influencing online purchasing behaviour, and has an effect on the continued use.

Disaster Management and Continuity Planning in Libraries

2016 ◽  
pp. 1-24
Author(s):  
Rebecca Hamilton ◽  
Diane Brown
Keyword(s):  
Disaster Management ◽  
Essential Role ◽  
Contingency Planning ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Continuity Planning ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Year 2000

Since the year 2000 libraries' concepts of disaster management, contingency planning and the role of libraries in a major disruptive event have changed dramatically. Libraries have gone from an emphasis on protecting and restoring collections and facilities to an emphasis on service continuity. Although broadband adoption nationwide remains disproportionate at best, the advent and widespread use of the Internet and e-government mean that libraries have become the centers of communication for their communities in a crisis. This chapter will demonstrate the essential role of libraries before, during and after a disaster, both short term and long term and how to get a seat at the table with community planners by demonstrating the functions that are critical to recovery. In order to fulfill this community role, a library first needs to be prepared with its own business continuity plan.

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