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>> If you want to make a technical argument that Facebook drives revenue via other means than direct payments, then that seems reasonably likely (if deliberatel
by newacct583 5y ago
>> If you want to make a technical argument that Facebook drives revenue via other means than direct payments, then that seems reasonably likely (if deliberately misleading).
> This is exactly the argument.
OK, then as mentioned I find that a specious and silly claim. My words above were that Suggested links constitute "Paid Content", and it seems you agree.
- nl 5y agoHere the argument is that "suggested content" is popular, and FB showing it gets people to use their platform more, which in turn lets FB expose them to more (paid) ads. That's different to non-direct payments for the "suggested content", which is what you seem to believe is happening.
- 55555 5y agoYeah, I give up.