Tuesday, June 8, 2010

The internet and online communities Tut 6

The name of the online community i am investigating is FACEBOOK. The web adress is www.facebook.com
This community allows people no matter where in the world they are to connect and communicate with one another. They can create their own profile which allows them to share and view each others photos, videos, music, share links and join groups of interest and much much more.
People using this site are generally seeking connections with other people and allows people to stay in touch over time and distances. This site is free and very easy to use.
An example from my Facebook is:
RemoveMaxine McKeown Mate! have you been at the back of the farm cos i havent seen ya in ages! haha give me a txt and will meet at the duckpond xo
June 4 at 1:07pm · Comment ·LikeUnlike · View Feedback (1)Hide Feedback (1) · See Wall-to-WallAbbey Kingan well i got flooded last week so couldnt make it down the track, and then i must of caught something from the water cause been sick this week, so yea u wont hav seen me!
This site does however like most online communities are it has a lack of privacy as personal information is often seen by people you dont wish to see it, also people can be tagged in photos by others without their permission.
The major benefits of this site is it allows people to stay connected no matter where in the world you are, it quick and anyone can use it.
This site could improve on its privacy and safety of the users.

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