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“I love sharing photographs and websites, I'm for all of these things. I'm for Facebook. But to say that this is sociability? We begin to define things in terms of what technology enables and technology allows.” quote by Sherry Turkle
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“I love sharing photographs and websites, I'm for all of these things. I'm for Facebook. But to say that this is sociability? We begin to define things in terms of what technology enables and technology allows.”

Sherry Turkle

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Technology shapes how we define social interaction, often equating connectivity with sociability.

In simple terms: Tech changes our view of social life.

Key Takeaway

Question how tech influences your relationships.

Themes

technology social interaction identity

Mood

reflective critical

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • online networking
  • personal relationships
  • community building

Key Concepts

digital sociology media theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of sociability are lost online?
  • How can we balance digital and face‑to‑face interaction?
A Different Perspective

Tech alone cannot replace deep human connection.

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