My Profound Thoughts on MySpace

A few months ago I decided I try the mega-popular web-based friend interactive platform, MySpace. Generally it's really easy to operate and edit around in, probably a huge reason why it is so popular with the young 'ens. So far I have about 20 'friends' in my network but I'm a loser so consider me lucky. The whole MySpace thing raises questions in my mind, most if not all of which have been discussed somewhere else before.

First, is it a good idea to post personal information about yourself on the internet? Sure, I leave some personal info here but other than the contributors on this site you all probably know next to nothing about me other than my first name, which isn't very unique (dammit, why couldn't my parents have named me Apple! Sorry, saw Coldplay on Austin City Limits last night, my dream gig). Think of it from the perspective of an employer. You do know that some employers will Google your name and/or check MySpace and Facebook, don't you? I realize that you can keep your information private unless you approve your 'friend' to view it but for the most part people are lazy and won't take the time (mental note: only make your profile visible to friends).

Second, what is the appropriate age to bid a farewell to MySpace/Facebook? I'm 29 and approaching 30 and I feel that I'm just too damn old to be there anymore. Will I cancel my account? Somebody convince me.

All in all it's a pretty neat little tool for contacting ones that you haven't seen in awhile but I prefer this blog, leaving my thoughts here for you to criticize and make fun of.

(By the way, that pic ain't me, he's way better looking)