The Washington Post reported that the Defense Department has blocked soldiers’ internet access to a total of 13 sites, including MySpace and YouTube. Why? Fear that these sites will take up too much bandwidth.
Let’s look at these implications for a moment. By blocking access to MySpace/YouTube, they are pushed away even more from the rest of the world. They are out there fighting for their country, why not give them some free time?
Let’s examine more closely what MySpace brings to the table, that no other site does:
MySpace Benefactors:
- Allows open communication around the world
- Provides a 24/7 anywhere-accessible platform for the following:
- To keep in touch with family members
- Meet new people
- Rekindle lost friendships
- Exhibit creativity in creating a unique L&F
- Access to current, top 100, and underground music in just about any genre
- Ability to upload video files for the world to watch
Why keep soldiers away? It’s shocking to see this.
It’s amazing, how MySpace has managed to reach several different audiences. Although, what’s Facebook’s response? Why doesn’t facebook create a section for those in war?