Thursday, November 13, 2008

FACEBOOK AS A TOOL

Name ? Facebook

Comparable Technology ? MySpace, LinkedIn, Friendster, Fanbox, Tagged

What is it? Social Network? Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Millions of people use Facebook everyday to keep up with friends, upload an unlimited number of photos, share links and videos, and learn more about the people they meet.

What problem is it designed to solve ? Networking and Advertising

PROS

Easier Communication
Contacting People
Reconnecting
Keeping in Touch
Profile building
Self Expression
Pictures
Games
Join Groups
Mass Communication (Election example)
Event PlanningGlobal Communication



CONS

Triple Identities
False information
Fraud
Lack of Privacy
SPAM
Procrastination tool/ "time waster"
Physical problem
Group Think, Conformity

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