Liberdade digital e restrição das ideias: um estudo sociológico sobre os desafios da tolerância na era da informação

Abstract

The Internet has profoundly transformed communication, work, and social interactions, creating a dynamic virtual environment that democratizes access to information and facilitates the dissemination of concepts. However, this revolution has also brought considerable challenges, among which the characteristics of infocracy stand out, which highlight the difficulty in distinguishing between the abundance of available data and the quality of information. In this context, social networks emerge as powerful tools, but also susceptible to the dissemination of misinformation and the increase in social polarization. This article proposes an analysis of freedom of expression in light of the paradox of tolerance in the digital age, focusing on the following question: how do the limitations and molding of freedom of expression on virtual platforms affect tolerance and the diversity of notions? The research seeks to understand the nuances of public discourse in the digital context, exploring how it is shaped by online interactions and the power dynamics that permeate this space.