Social Networks

I believe all the social networks mentioned in the question have been great tools in present day society. I call them tools because they have so many different functions. For example, Facebook was originally created for a social network consisting of college kids. I believe that was the main focus. As time went on, the amount of users on Facebook grew exponentially. In my mind, I feel as if Facebook started having the same motives as Google does today. I'm not saying there objectives are the same, I am simply saying the way they generate revenue is identical. However, in no way is it a scam. Facebook has become very user-friendly because it goes above and beyond the "social network." It has been great for non-profit groups to get huge turn-outs at certain events because Facebook has become a major promotion tool in our society. It not only helps promote non-profit groups, but also small bands that people may not know too much about. In a sense, it provides people a chance to speak up and be noticed when these type of people are never heard. I believe these social networks stand for a good cause and a great promotional tool for all who choose to use it. And by promotion, this can go from an individual, a small group, to a major business. This is why the social networks are so effective because anyone can use them.