Mazza

Mazza

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  Social Networking andEntertainment
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  Author: Mazza Mariarosaria References: www.briansolis.com www.bizreport.com www.synthesio.com www.socialnetworking.lovetoknow.com
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  Social Networking andEntertainment Social networking is in its own right a reality show made for the web. It is its own form of entertainment. More people are using the Internet as a source of entertainment instead of watching television or movies; then, There’s no question, social medias had changed the way we interact with entertainment brands. Social media is the connective tissue that enables consumers to multitask, during their entertainment experiences, of connect with others and sharing their opinions. Then the social media now touches almost every point in the distribution, promotion and consumption of music, movies and gaming. Digital Influence is often misunderstood, but it is potent. Influence is causing effect and is changing behavior.
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  ADVANTAGES OF SOCIALNETWORKS 1. Worldwide Connectivity With each web sites, individuals can make new friends, build business connections or simply extend their personal base by connecting and interacting with friends of friends. 2. Commonality of Interest When you opt to participate in a social network community, you can pick and choose individuals whose likes and dislikes are similar to yours and build your network around those commonalities. It can also be a great way to share tips and ideas. 3. Real-Time Information Sharing-Social Networking for Business Many social networking sites incorporate an instant messaging feature, which lets people exchange information in real-time via a chat. This is a great feature for teachers to use to facilitate classroom discussions because it lets them utilize the vast store of information available on the Web. This can be a great time saver for the teacher - since students no longer need to visit a library to conduct research- and it can be a great way to engage distracted learners. 4. Targeted Advertising Whether you are non-profit organization that needs to get the word out about an upcoming fundraiser or a business owner marketing a new product or service, there's no better way than social media to get your message in front of millions of people 24/7. 5. Increased News Cycle Speed Undoubtedly, social networking has revolutionized the speed of the news cycle. Most news organizations now rely on social media sites to collect and share information in real time.
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  DISADVANTAGES OF SOCIALNETWORKS 1. Backlash-Social Networking Tween A joke among friends is one thing but a joke with the world at-large is much different. When potentially offensive content is posted online, the amount of feedback can be excessive and is often brutal. This backlash can also have a long-term impact on a person's future, especially in a world that has fallen prey to over-sharing . 2. Cyberbullying and Crimes Against Children Use of social networks may expose individuals to other forms of harassment or even inappropriate contact. This can be especially true for teens and younger children. Unless parents diligently filter the Web content their family views, children could be exposed to pornography or other inappropriate content. Besides unleashing age-inappropriate content, the digital age also gave birth to a social phenomenon - cyberbullying. 3. Risks of Fraud or Identity Theft Whether you like it or not, the information you post on the Internet is available to almost anyone who is clever enough to access it. Most thieves need just a few vital pieces of personal information to make your life a nightmare. If they successfully steal your identity, it could cost you dearly. 4. Corporate Invasion of Privacy Social networking invites major corporations to invade your privacy and sell your personal information.