Social networking refers to groups connecting via some medium to share interests and activities. Popular social networks today include Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. The theory of six degrees of separation suggests that all people on Earth are connected through a network of acquaintances with no more than five intermediaries. Early studies found the average connection between random people in social networks was around six degrees. More recent research using Facebook data found the average connection is now around 3-4 degrees due to growing network size and connectivity.