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What Do You Mean, ‘Gone’? A guide to the Collective Memory.

Moved to the Collective Memory by Default

‘Moved to the Collective Memory by Default’ refers to Content that is placed into the Collective Memory through automated processing. These processes check the Contents’ analytics to see how frequently it is accessed, how recently it was last accessed, and for how long the viewer interacts with the content. If the Public shows no significant interest in the Content, the Content’s creator will be informed that the articles are being transferred to the Collective Memory. The system has determined that the Content offers little-to-no public interest and is deemed irrelevant. […]

Collectively Forgotten by Popular Demand.

Popular Demand is the platform through which members of the Public Record can suggest and vote on matters involving the Public. Collectively Forgotten by Public Demand refers to those who were voted into the Collective Memory by an outcry from either a) a vocal majority of the Public, or b) a few, high-profile Public Figures. […] Content in the Collective Memory can be moved back into the Public Record by Public Demand as well.

Retrieving Content from the Collective Memory

Once placed in the Collective Memory, Content can be recalled at any time by simply filling out a form, submitting it by post, and allowing six to twelve weeks for processing. […] Content is usually recalled from the Collective Memory when it somehow becomes relevant to the current cultural conversation. […]