You all know about different internet domains. The typical .com that comes after most websites, the .edu that comes after all of Penn States sites, the .org that comes at the end of nonprofit sites (like pbs.kids.org!) and .gov for all those super government websites everyone hangs out on. What would you think if a new domain came out, one that was solely dedicated to porn?
On March 18, Icann (the organization that gives out domains for all internet sites) approved a new domain solely for pornographic websites. Arguments are coming out against the idea from religious groups and pornographers alike. Religious groups believe that giving pornographic sites their own domain legitimizes the use of websites such as those. Pornographers believe that the adding of the specific domain will make pornographic websites seem more "ghetto" and therefore bring down the usage.
It seems almost sad that we have come to the necessity of having a new domain dedicated to pornographic sites. Isn't it enough that these sites can be stumbled upon by anyone on Google? Is it really necessary for a whole new domain to come out?
What do you think?
I think it's inappropriate and wrong. Like you stated, anyone can stumble upon that on google. My younger siblings (7 and 10) know how to access google. It kind of sickens me thinking about this. Thanks for the heads up on this!
ReplyDeleteI think it might be better that they have their own domain. That way when the unsuspecting, too tired to care friend receives a link from their friend who is cracking up in the background and you're just too tired to care, you will recognize what it is instead of getting an unpleasant surprise. Hey, if they want to watch porn, go for it. It's not for everyone, but what can you do? Thanks for the update, I'll make sure not to click any links with this domain.
ReplyDeleteWow -- I hadn't heard of this! Is it possible to block a whole domain? (I know certain websites can be blocked, but I'm wondering about an entire domain.)
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