Editing Socialization (section)

==== Challenging Aspects ====
Despite its benefits, digital socialization presents certain challenges. [[Algorithmic curation]] plays a central role in shaping digital socialization, offering personalized content but also introducing notable challenges. The rise of algorithm-driven content has been associated with the creation of "[[Filter bubble|filter bubbles]]" where individuals are exposed primarily to information that reinforces their existing beliefs. However, some scholars argue that similar mechanisms exist outside the digital sphere, as individuals in physical social environments also tend to surround themselves with like-minded people, reinforcing their existing perspectives. Social structures such as residential segregation, workplace affiliations, and educational institutions contribute to the formation of ideological and cultural bubbles that limit exposure to diverse viewpoints. This phenomenon raises concerns about ideological polarization and the potential narrowing of perspectives. Additionally, [[cyberbullying]] and online harassment have been identified as negative consequences of digital interaction, with some studies linking these experiences to psychological distress and social exclusion. Privacy concerns also play a significant role in discussions about digital socialization, as the collection and use of personal data in digital environments raise ethical questions about surveillance, data security, and the commercialization of social interactions. <ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Nguyen |first1=Godefroy Dang |last2=Lethiais |first2=Virginie |date=2016-03-24 |title=Impact des réseaux sociaux sur la sociabilité:Le cas de Facebook |url=https://shs.cairn.info/revue-reseaux-2016-1-page-165?lang=fr |journal=Réseaux |language=fr |volume=195 |issue=1 |pages=165–195 |doi=10.3917/res.195.0165 |issn=0751-7971}}</ref>

Others have examined the impact of digital technologies on contemporary sociability from a different lens, showing how online platforms redefine social interactions and shape the construction of social ties. While digital tools facilitate communication and strengthen certain social connections, they also reinforce existing social boundaries. Digital sociability is shaped by preexisting social structures, as online interactions often mirror offline inequalities rather than eliminating them. Factors such as socioeconomic status, education, and cultural capital influence individuals' digital socialization experiences. Furthermore, different digital spaces contribute to varying forms of social interaction, from reinforcing close-knit communities to facilitating [[Interpersonal ties#Weak tie hypothesis|weak-tie]] networks that provide access to new information and opportunities. <ref>{{Cite journal |last=Velkovska |first=Julia |date=2020 |title="Sociabilitées Numériques" |url=https://www.researchgate.net/publication/353357847 |journal=Ed. Réseau Canopé}}</ref>