Facebook

Webopedia (2012) defines ‘Facebook’ as, “The name of a social networking site (SNS) that connects people with friends and others who work, study and live around them. People use Facebook to keep in touch with friends, post photos, share links and exchange other information. Facebook users can see only the profiles of confirmed friends and the people in their networks.” As an avid Facebook user, I enjoy being able to connect with family and friends, almost daily. This contact would probably not occur if Facebook did not exist. Being able to join and create and groups are a great addition to the site. Also the events page is a great tool that allows you to invites a few or your entire friend’s list to an event. Facebook is very personable. Within each member's personal profile you can view their “wall” and share videos and photos. One can create a photo album simple by uploading pictures from their computer or cell phone. There is also a chat room for instant communication with friends or groups in which you are a member. Being a private person, Facebook offers a range of privacy options. You can make your communications visible to everyone, you can block specific connections or you can keep your communications private. Members can choose whether or not to be searchable, decide which parts of their profile are public, decide what not to put in their newsfeed and determine exactly who can see their posts. Facebook also has a message feature, which is much like email for those who desire to communicate privately. Due to privacy concerns and issues that have resolved around the use of Facebook, I only accept friend request from those persons I know and keep all information private and available to those on my friend list only.

Facebook. (2012). Webopedia.com. Retrieved December 2, 2012 from http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/F/Facebook.html