Open Source Media is changing the way people approach content by allowing users to contribute information or content. One of the many wonderful things about the Internet is that it can be updated; however, outdated information can stay on the Internet without being notice. For example, a group of boys get arrested for a crime, the boys are later found innocent, but the Internet article has not been updated with the verdict. Open source media keeps users involve with media. User adding information on a website, not only, creates content buts gives that’s website views; which can lead to advertisement dollars. The best example of open Source media is Wikipedia. Wikipedia keeps factual information about everything and allows users to contribute information. A Group of administrators will fact check the additional information for it goes on the Internet. Another example of open source media is the Yelp. Yelp is an application that allows users to post pictures, comment and rate restaurants. I often use Yelp to see which restaurant I want to attend for dinner; I even post pictures of what I ordered. Users want to provide information to content they feel is important and open source media is best for that to happen.
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It is interesting how the open source approach allows users to take part in the process and redistribute the product. I agree open source is innovative and a better option for media.