I started to think about how all these internet informations affect our daily lives as I was sitting next to Boijmans Museum after one hour of exploring the latest Bosch & Bruegel exhibition. Suddenly I found myself sitting on the same bench under trees next to Boijmans Museum after my job interview. Did they also look for informations of myself on Google?
A key feature of the Internet that affects our privacy is its inability to forget. Web pages about individuals often stay online and searchable indefinitely, potentially affecting the subject’s reputation.
The case led to debates between those who believe privacy is a human right, and those who prioritise freedom of information.