Whoopee-do! After countless attempts to sign up with ChatGPT, I finally managed to to get through the barriers protecting this AI facility and the first "message" I sent was this: "Write a two hundred word blogpost about trolls". Below is the essay that ChatGPT generated in ten seconds flat:-
"In the vast realm of the internet, a pervasive presence lurks beneath the surface: trolls. These digital troublemakers thrive on disruption and negativity, leaving a trail of chaos in their wake. Today, we delve into the world of trolls, exploring their motivations, impact, and ways to combat their influence.
Trolls, often anonymous, use online platforms to provoke and incite discord. Their primary objective is to elicit emotional responses, stoke arguments, and spread misinformation. They revel in the attention they receive, deriving satisfaction from the chaos they create. The consequences can be dire, leading to a toxic online environment, cyberbullying, and psychological distress for victims.
However, understanding trolls is crucial in combating their influence. Recognizing their attention-seeking behaviour allows us to develop strategies to defuse their impact. It's essential not to engage with trolls directly, as this only fuels their desire for disruption. Instead, focus on promoting positivity and constructive dialogue, creating an environment where trolls struggle to thrive.
Moderation and reporting mechanisms play a crucial role in mitigating troll activity. By reporting abusive content, we empower platform administrators to take action and protect users. Encouraging digital literacy and critical thinking skills is also essential, enabling individuals to identify misinformation and avoid falling victim to trolls.
Trolls are an unfortunate reality of the digital age. To counter their negative influence, it's essential to stay vigilant, promote positive online behaviour, and report abusive content. By working together, we can create a healthier internet landscape that fosters respectful communication and productive discourse."
The trouble with "Blogger" is of course that there doesn't appear to be any obvious moderation process and in effect there is nowhere bloggers can go to report trolls or even raise concerns with "Blogger" about them. Trolls appear to have carte blanche in the blogosphere and this gives them unmerited freedom to be judgemental, hurtful and nasty. With this in mind, I think that ChatGPT's advice to ignore troll comments and refuse their authors the oxygen of engagement is probably very wise.
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