The Modesty Card

Modesty, according to Wikipedia, "comprises a set of culturally or religiously determined values that relate to the presentation of the self to others." So, in a sense is it having integrity in that it is forming principles within oneself. These are principles that are not instilled upon an individual, but they are values established by the individual. When it comes to the web, modesty is challenged where freedom reigns. The web allows a massive amount of publication and distribution, so when utilizing integrity on the web, one should choose wisely in one's administration. As Lessig pointed out, the Internet holds admittance to an alternate life. This liberation of anonymity also lends itself to dishonesty. The Internet numbs the effect in the case of "cause and effect" so the bad deed or thoughtless performance on the Internet escapes its due repercussions. Modesty, integrity and editing oneself are all essential, although not required, attributes when using the Internet. Editing oneself on the web should be just as detailed as manifesting a thesis paper. Participation on the web should be well thought out with the intention of a worthwhile contribution.