The Hidden Trade-Offs Behind “Free” Digital Platforms

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The modern internet runs on a promise: free access. But “free” rarely means costless.
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The modern internet runs on a promise: free access. But “free” rarely means costless. Behind nearly every free digital platform lies a set of trade-offs that most users never see, let alone fully understand.