SOCIAL NETWORKING

Social Networking. . . It's the way the 21st century communicates today. 

Social networking is a term used to describe a variety of Web-based platforms, applications, and technologies that enable people to socially interact with one another online.Although social networking is possible in person, especially in the workplace, universities, and high schools, it is most popular online. This is because unlike most high schools, colleges, or workplaces, the internet is filled with millions of individuals who are looking to meet other people, to gather and share first-hand information and experiences.

When it comes to online social networking, websites are commonly used. These websites are known as social sites. Social networking websites function like an online community of internet users. Facebook and Twitter widely used worldwide; MySpace and LinkedIn being the most widely used in North America;^[1Nexopia (mostly in Canada);Bebo,Hi5, Hyves (mostly in The Netherlands), StudiVZ (mostly in Germany), iWiW (mostly in Hungary), Tuenti (mostly in Spain), Nasza-Klasa (mostly in Poland), Decayenne, Tagged, XING,Badoo, and Skyrock in parts of Europe;Orkut and Hi5 in South America, India and Central America;and Friendster, Mixi, Multiply, Orkut, Wretch, renren and Cyworld in Asia and the Pacific Islands and Twitter, Orkut and Facebook in India.

Among the popular types of social sites are User generated sites. User generated sites are websites where everyone can freely register an account. Some of the popular sites for mass users are Twitter, Facebook and MySpace. This kind of social networking URL gives you the freedom to interact with other people anywhere around the globe. It is also a type of site where you can market for your business since many users are logging in every minute. Joining to any famous user generated URL can provide you a means for business marketing.

Video and photography sites are other popular type of social sites. These web let you upload unlimited photos and any length of videos. Actually, this kind of web can be categorized as user generated site too because anyone can register and have his own account. It means you can still make interaction and send messages but only through pictures and video clips. In internet business, you can also use photography and videos to advertise your products. Sharing videos and photos regarding your business is a good option for marketing.

The last type of social site where you can do online marketing is Blog sites. Blog URL provide you the best ways to share information about your products you are marketing or other details related to your business. Word Press and Blogger are two of the most famous blog sites where you can do both social networking and internet business. Creating blog URL for your business is another key to get higher sales income.

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Now we know the benefits of social networking. As I'm sure you're aware, there are also dangers associated with social networking including data theft and viruses, which are on the rise. Although danger does exist with networking online, it also exists in the real world, too. Just like you're advised when meeting strangers at clubs and bars, school, or work -- you are also advised to proceed with caution online.

Here is a short video to summarize all of this.