Review: Siva Vaidhyanathan's ''The Googlization of Everything'' (original) (raw)

This review delves into Siva Vaidhyanathan's concept of "The Googlization of Everything," highlighting the profound influence Google has on information access and distribution. Vaidhyanathan questions the implications of relying on Google as a dominant source of knowledge, emphasizing the need for alternative methods of information generation that prioritize diversity and public accessibility. He critiques the filtering mechanisms inherent in algorithmic technologies and urges a reconsideration of cultural practices as they increasingly become dependent on algorithm-driven judgments.