Location-based social networking: impact on trust in relationships

Authors

Sarah J. Fusco, University of WollongongFollow
Roba Abbas, University of WollongongFollow
Katina Michael, University of WollongongFollow
Anas Aloudat, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

59616

Publication Details

Fusco, S. J., Abbas, R., Michael, K. & Aloudat, A. (2012). Location-based social networking: impact on trust in relationships. IEEE Technology and Society Magazine, 31 (2), 39-50.

Abstract

Location based social networking (LBSN) applications are part of a new suite of social networking tools. LBSN is the convergence between location based services (LBS) and online social networking (OSN). LBSN applications offer users the ability to look up the location of another “friend” remotely using a smart phone, desktop or other device, anytime and anywhere. Users invite their friends to participate in LBSN and there is a process of consent that follows. This paper explores the potential impact of LBSN upon trust in society. It looks at the willingness of individuals to share their location data with family, friends, co-workers, the government, commercial entities and even strangers.

Grant Number

ARC/DP0881191

Additional Grant Number

http://purl.org/au-research/grants/ARC/DP0881191