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Old 06-29-2012, 01:12 PM   #13
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The thing is that we don't really know how any data will be useful at a future point. For instance, suppose an algorithm is developed that can take all of our reading data and recommend another book to us that we will highly enjoy?
Then the next time you log into the site, you get a nice screen appearing saying

"Get better ebook recommendations, tailored to your preferences. Tick the box below to opt-in to this service.

This service works by using data collected by yada yada"

As it happens, that's already occurring with your browsing history and purchase history on amazon and other stores. A feature I wish was opt-in.
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