Fundamentals of Information Systems
Fundamentals of Information Systems
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781337097536
Author: Ralph Stair, George Reynolds
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Mention the pros and cons of sharing data by social networks to retailers. Determine how social network members feel after knowing that their data is shared. Mention conditions under which it is legitimate to share data.

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