Case

Social networking websites can be fun. Staying in touch with old friends or even

family is one of the pleasures of joining. It is an effortless way to connect and

communicate with people. Interpersonal relationships can be enhanced, and

geographical distances can be reduced by using social networking websites as a

platform for communication. However, what happens when colleagues or even

your boss wants to be your friend on Facebook? 49% of workers would prefer not to connect with coworker bosses on Facebook.

Question

Please discuss whether if it is okay to provide people you know in a professional sense a

"window into your personal life?"

What ETHICAL ISSUES might arise in such a situation by communicating/connecting via Facebook?

(Please focus on the "Interpersonal and Organizational Communication" topic of Management)