social networking

The past decades have witnessed a great development in networks owing to the progress in science and technology. As a result, a variety of networking sites come into our sight, with the social networks being the hottest one. It is not a new phenomenon. They have involved slowly into their current form as the popularity of the internet increased, and as technical advances allowed services to support more complicated feature sets.

As is the case with many issues, the social networks have both positive and negative sides. On the positive side, the social networks provide us an opportunity to make friends, exchange ideas and so on, so it almost becomes an inseparable part of our social life. Social networks can be used to gather and share first-hand information and experiences, to develop friendships or professional alliances, to find employment, business-to-business marketing, etc. The topics and interests are as varied and rich as the story of our world. 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. Depending on the website in question, many of these online community members share common interests in hobbies, religion, or politics. Once you are granted access to a social networking website you can begin to socialize. This socialization may include

reading the profile pages of other members and possibly even contacting them. The friends that you can make are just one of the many benefits to social networking online. Another one of those benefits includes diversity because the internet gives individuals from all around the world access to social networking sites. This means that although you are in the United States, you could develop an online friendship with someone in Denmark or India. Not only will you make new friends, but you just might learn a thing or two about new cultures or new languages and learning is always a good thing.

On the negative side, many people, especially students, may spend so much time on the social networks that they neglect their study or work. What’s worse, some people even may use these social networks to spread rumors and fake news. The most prevalent danger though often involves online predators or individuals who claim to be someone that they are not. 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.

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advantages of the social networks definitely overweigh the disadvantages. The crucial point is how to use the social network reasonably. Firstly, we should not indulge in it. Secondly, the government should perfect the

legal system to strengthen the supervision of the social network.