The Power of Names - How We Define Technology, and How Technology Defines Us

Explore the intricate relationship between technology and identity in this thought-provoking conference talk from PhreakNIC 16. Delve into the power of names, their historical significance, and their evolving role in the digital age. Examine various types of identities, the challenges of establishing online personas, and the impact of social networks on privacy. Investigate privacy-promoting technologies and their implications for personal identity. Reflect on the lessons learned about how we define technology and how it, in turn, shapes our sense of self in the modern world.

Intro
Do you... Google?
Does anyone know?
Defining "identity"
Different types of names
Why not "real" name?
Historical Nom de Plumes
Why do names matter?
What are social networks?
Bringing Identity Online
Privacy-Promoting Tech
Challenges with Identity
Establishing Identity Online
Social Effects on Privacy
Does Identity Matter?
Where are we now?
Lessons learned