Identity & Reputation
Since many people have asked me about ‘my’ definition of “identity” and “reputation”, whenever I discuss the topic with them (occupational hazard), allow me to share my insights with you. Very briefly.
- Identity
The definition of “identity” has been debated by humans for millennia. Instead of continuing this, allow me to add a spoon of Internet wisdom:
If you’re confused after having read that, take the red pill, go back to Start.
For the sake of argument, lets summarize this all to: An identity is what we make of it, so lets just say it is a pointer.
2. Reputation
Identity and reputation always intertwine. In general, reputation is an opinion about a thing, or someone, can say anything, and may change. Like identity, reputation always comes down to subjective logic.
“A fundamental aspect of the human condition is that nobody can ever determine with absolute certainty whether a proposition about the world is true or false. In addition, whenever the truth of a proposition is expressed, it is always done by an individual, and it can never be considered to represent a general and objective belief.” — Wikipedia (Subjective Logic)
Whether it’s binary (“This person is female, yes or no?”), a rating on Uber (“great driver, was 5 minutes late, but his car doesn’t smell too bad”), or a score on IMDB (8/10) . . . they’re all opinions, and opinions may differ.
Summarized: Reputation is an opinion about an identity; a pointer. (pointer-to-pointer-pun intended)
3. Conclusion
Yep. That’s basically how I see it. Thank you for reading. :-)
