okay, this is sort of a weak article. In fact, I'm only linking to it because I can't get the phrase "socially aggressive narcissist" out of my head.

This was stuck in my Instapaper list for ages. You've probably already read it.

"The whole point of having friends, as opposed to “friends,” is that you don’t have to relentlessly keep up appearances and strike poses." Great article. (via <a href="http://funkaoshi.com">Funkaoshi</a>)

Facebook CEO's private IM now circulating; shows massive disregard for privacy.

not yet complete open source facebook replacement

this one's for Steve.

I've been thinking a lot about doing exactly that - this list is a good summary of the main points against it.

They're blocking links to the Pirate Bay in private mails. "This raises serious questions about whether Facebook is in compliance with federal wiretapping law"

heh.

good overview of the whole situation

Cory Doctorow

ol' privacy-invadin' facebook

not good