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Many of the most popular applications, or "apps," on the social-networking site Facebook Inc. have been transmitting identifying information—in effect, providing access to people's names and, in some cases, their friends' names—to dozens of advertising and Internet tracking companies

In Chamorro culture many values are exhibited in daily life. Geftao (generous, giving in the Chamorro language) is an example of a principle that conveys cultural mores through practice and lifestyle.

To be geftao is a holdover from ancient Chamorro times. For example, it is unacceptable and a cause for embarrassment to be a poor host (taotao guma’) to your relatives, friends and even strangers. A Chamorro host’s goal is to make their guests comfortable when they visit their homes or at events such as parties or social gatherings.