Digital Media and Society

In today’s world, digital media and the social are irreversibly intertwined.In this cutting-edge introduction, Simon Lindgren introduces a wide range of concepts and approaches that aid in exploring and understanding what it means to live in a digital society.In this new edition you will encounter:- An exploration of non-progressive forms of digital activism, including radicalization and hate groups- Added coverage of post-pandemic, post-truth digital media with topics such as disinformation and computational propaganda- Cutting-edge content on algorithms, covering recent developments in generative AI, LLMs, and synthetic media such as deepfakes. - Expanded learning features and discussion prompts to put theory into practiceUpdated, revised and expanded throughout to cover emerging platforms and issues, this book is a must-have for students exploring digital media, social media, and the internet.