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CHM COLLEGE IMPORTANCE OF MOBILE & SOCIAL NETWORKING Introduction To Mobile Phone A mobile phone is a device that can make and receive telephone calls over a radio link whilst moving around a wide geographic area. It does so by connecting to a cellular network provided by a mobile phone operator, allowing access to the public telephone network. By contrast, a cordless telephone is used only within the short range of a single, private base station. In addition to telephony, modern mobile phones also support a wide variety of other services such as text messaging, MMS, email, Internet access, short-range wireless communications (infrared, Bluetooth), business applications, gaming and photography. Mobile phones that offer these and more general computing capabilities are referred to as smartphones. The first hand-held mobile phone was demonstrated by Dr Martin Cooper of Motorola in 1973, using a handset weighing around 2.2 pounds (1 kg). In 1983, the DynaTAC 8000x was the first to be commercially available. From 1990 to 2011, worldwide mobile phone subscriptions grew from 12.4 million to over 5.6 billion, penetrating about 70% of the global population and reaching the bottom of the economic pyramid. Page | 1

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Introduction To Mobile Phone

A mobile phone is a device that can make and receive telephone calls over a radio link

whilst moving around a wide geographic area. It does so by connecting to a cellular

network provided by a mobile phone operator, allowing access to the public telephone

network. By contrast, a cordless telephone is used only within the short range of a

single, private base station.

In addition to telephony, modern mobile phones also support a wide variety of other

services such as text messaging, MMS, email, Internet access, short-range wireless

communications (infrared, Bluetooth), business applications, gaming and photography.

Mobile phones that offer these and more general computing capabilities are referred to

as smartphones.

The first hand-held mobile phone was demonstrated by Dr Martin Cooper of Motorola in

1973, using a handset weighing around 2.2 pounds (1 kg). In 1983, the DynaTAC 8000x

was the first to be commercially available. From 1990 to 2011, worldwide mobile phone

subscriptions grew from 12.4 million to over 5.6 billion, penetrating about 70% of the

global population and reaching the bottom of the economic pyramid.

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Importance Of Mobile Phones

Nowadays, virtually everyone carries a mobile phone, including the young children.

They have become the most important item an individual can own. They serve as a

communication tool used to make and receive calls as well as send text messages,

listen to music, surf the internet and even play mobile games.

Mobile phones are now so common that they hardly attract attention. People have

started understanding the value, convenience and ease of owing a mobile phone. In

earlier days, very few people could think of buying mobile phone but today looking at

the dropped prices, almost every individual can afford to purchase it. Mobile phones are

equipped with every latest feature you desire. Even if you don't need the advanced

features, you can get a basic mobile phone to make and receive calls.

Mobile phones are efficient communication devices and make life easier. Whether

locating a friend or following up with a new contact, mobile phones allow you to connect

to people in any part of the world. New mobile-phone models are constantly engineered

to meet the needs of consumers and now have multifunctional tools that may be useful

in everyday life.

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Communication

Mobile phones' basic function, of course, is to allow you to talk to another person

while you're almost anywhere. You can place and receive calls and messages by

simply pressing a person's name in your contact list, eliminating the need for

memorization or a separate address book. The ability of mobile phones to connect to

people in other countries helps family and friends who are from far from one another

stay in touch.

Emergency

Mobile phones can be especially important during emergencies. When you get into a

car accident or are in trouble, you can use your mobile phones to call 911. You may

also use your mobile phone's camera function to take pictures, which could deter an

assailant or stalker.

Storage

Mobile phones are also important because they allow you to store data. Pictures,

text and audio can be stored on many mobile phones. This enables you to carry your

files around wherever you go, ensuring that you are always with important

documents for work or your personal life.

Entertainment

Aside from communicating, mobile phones are important because of their

entertainment features. New mobile phones have music player capabilities that allow

owners to play music and even record audio. Some phones may have the ability to

play video, enabling you to watch clips or movies while on the go.

Applications

Mobile phone applications extend the functionality of mobile phones. Word and

spreadsheet processors are available, and those who may need on-the-go

computing may find this a great benefit of mobile phones. Standard mobile phone

applications include alarm clocks, calculators and converters, all of which may help

your productivity.

Mobile phones available in small attractive designs, provides access to many useful

features like camera, games, music and many more. We almost take them for

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granted as they are extremely affordable to maintain. The loads of useful features

make lives much easier. Some like to use it as a camera, some for listening to

music, some for making calls, some for entertainment purposes and some for

multipurpose. With the latest java games, wallpapers, polyphonic ringtones,

Bluetooth mobile technology, picture messaging, you can never feel bored. These

days, people are looking for comfort, convenience and reliability and mobile phones

have surely provided them all.

With the advent of new technology the way of communication is also changed. In very

early days of history, pigeons were used as means of communication. Later, written

messages are sent through letters by post. As the time passed, telephone came into

existence and today is the era of wireless communication which gives rise to mobile

phones. Mobiles are the latest invention and common way to communicate now-a-days.

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Mobile phones are long range, portable and wireless electronic device of

communication. A few years back, when mobile phones were not so common, the

device was expensive and communication costs pretty good to the user. But in last a

few years as the use of mobiles increased, their cost is decreased considerably and this

factor helped a lot to make them available for common men. Mobile phones are now

inexpensive, easy to use, and comfortable and equipped with almost every latest

feature we desire.

Mobiles are now every one's first choice gadget, either an elderly person or a younger

one. It is like a status symbol now. Every persons hand is equipped with latest mobile

models and everyone has its own reason to have this magic gadget in his hands. Every

day new models of mobiles come replacing the older ones to lure the users. The

interested users especially the young generation is very fond of the latest features

provided in new handsets. People like the new ring tones, hello tunes and wallpapers.

With this, mp3 and video recording facilities, MMS and Internet facilities are attracting

the users to mobile world. Mobile users can't even imagine their world without their

handset. The importance of mobiles can be imagined by the reaction of people if they

are asked to leave their handset separate from them for a day. Their life got a comma if

they are keeping apart of their mobiles.

In Japan, mobile phone companies provide immediate notification of earthquakes and

other natural disasters to their customers free of charge. In the event of an emergency,

disaster response crews can locate trapped or injured people using the signals from

their mobile phones or the small detonator of flare in the battery of every cell phone; an

interactive menu accessible through the phone's Internet browser notifies the company

if the user is safe or in distress.

There is no doubt that the mobile phones have made the life more easy and

comfortable. Everyone is in touch with their family members, friends and other known. If

we want to talk with anyone, there is no need to write a letter and have to wait for days

to send the message to receiver, just we have to pick the phone and press a number

and start talking. Mobile phones are comfortable way of communication over a long

distance. Life becomes so easy and fast by holding the mobile phones.

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Mobile phones proved to be a big help in emergencies. Mobile phones are also known

as lifesavers as helping people in emergencies. If you get stuck in the middle of the

road and find no one for help, you can just use a mobile phone and call for help. Along

with the obvious convenience and quick access to help in emergencies big and small,

mobile phones can be both economical and essential for travelers trying to stay

connected.

Like every coin have two sides, mobiles phones providing a lot of advantages also

shows off few disadvantages. Mobile-phone use while driving is common. It is generally

agreed that using a hand-held mobile phone while driving is a distraction that brings risk

of road traffic accidents. So we need to use hands free sets to avoid such hazards.

A little attention is received recently towards the potential impact of the kind of

electromagnetic fields generated by cellular phones on the human brain. Accumulating

evidence indicate that microwave radiation from mobile phones may cause serious

diseases and disturbances in the physiology. This includes an increased cancer risk

and genetic damage, disturbed brain function and other effects. Mobile phone radiation

and health concerns have been raised, especially following the enormous increase in

the use of wireless mobile telephony throughout the world. Hence, the head set should

be kept at reasonable distance from our head and prolonged use of mobile phone

should be avoided.

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Mobile Phones Are An Indispensable Part Of Life

Not long before, people to people contact was difficult but as the time moved on

innovations took place in the world of communication and that gave birth to today's

mobile phones.

Mobile Phone when introduced were termed as a device for affluent and rich people but

as soon as the demand increased and competition grew in the market more and more

people joined to the mobile phone world. Today nearly every second person all across

the globe has access to the Cheap Mobile Phones and it is increasing at a rate one

cannot imagine.

Mobile Phones are now an indispensable part of our life, our communication needs and

somewhat it has put the basic phone aside. The device has helped people to

communicate with friends and family from places which were sometime back was not

accessible. Since the mobile phones have reached the market it has also seen some

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dramatic changes, first it used to be a device to take and make calls (receiving and

dialing) with short message services (sms) but with the technological advancement and

continuous innovations current mobile phones are no less than a pocket computer.

Currently market is filled with different kinds of mobile phones which include basic

mobile phone (Cheap Mobile Phones), 2G mobile phones, multimedia phones,

smartphones, 3G phones, camera phones, music phones and many others with

distinctive features. There are hundreds of companies that are into the business of

mobile phones prominently Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Samsung, LG, Motorola, HTC,

BlackBerry have a large chunk of market under their products.

As much as the device the network services are too important without them accessing a

call from a mobile device is impossible, the prominent carriers who lead the network

with their services are the Vodafone, T-Mobile, Three Mobile, O2, Orange, and Virgin

mobiles. Being a necessity mobile phones are a good gift to present to people on

Christmas and mobile phone carriers are offering good deals over these devices.

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Mobile Phones: A status Symbol

Mobile phones have become almost a status symbol in addition to the ease and security

that comes from owning them. Carrying a mobile phone lets others know you're mature

and "cool." It has gone beyond a mere tool to make and receive calls. It's an expression

of identity; a fashion statement; and with polyphonic ringtones, a way of injecting your

own groove into your daily grind.Some manufacturers has started to produce special

designed phones for women. Other models are designed with interchangeable facades

to cater for the youngsters. You can safely say we live in a wireless world. When was

the last time you were in public and didn't hear mobile ringtone. Like most trends, twins

and teens are not only on board, but leading the way. How could they resist. Bright

colors, customizable face plates, games, text messaging.

Mobile phones are here to stay. The ability to keep in touch with family, business

associates, and access to email are only a few of the reasons for the increasing

importance of mobile phones. The typical mobile phone can store contact information,

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send or receive email, play mobile games, get the latest entertainment updates and

much more. With the trends moving faster than ever before, mobile phones are evolving

rapidly today. The great thing about this is that you get a cool mobile phone today, and

in six months you can get another one with twice as much function in it for the same

price. Today, mobile phones have become a necessity for people throughout the world.

They save our time, they give us the convenience of being more mobile and at times

can make us feel safer. A good mobile phone is the one which has all the features you

want and enjoy using them and which offers you the best design, features and

performance. As the mobile technology is advancing it is offering a better service for

less money. The small changes that technology can make to our lives, both now and in

the future can at times be more important than we realise. We are sure you would

definitely want to keep in touch with the today's advanced technological advances. High

resolution cameras, liquid crystal screens, faster processors, and new forms of graphics

have all been developed by such firms as Nokia, Samsung, and Motorola, spilling over

into advances for general consumers.

Can We Survive Without A Mobile Phone?

Mobile phones are now the leading device that most Americans depend on. The reason

is the usefulness that we get from them. They are more than mobile phones. You can

do so much more with them then you ever could. If we look back long time ago, when

mobile phones was first introduced to the world. They were bulky, heavy and in big

carry cases that looked like you were carrying your luggage around. Then Mobile phone

has evolved into car phones but now we see mobile phones in all shapes and sizes.

You can even find mobile phone watches. This is a new invention but it's out there.

Mobile phones are more than talking devices, but they are beginning to take the place

of computers. Many of the mobile phones are coming out with processors that are very

decent. For example, let’s look at the new Droid 2 Global. Droid 2 Global is the first

smart-phone with a 1.2GHz processor for breakneck speed, plus enhanced security for

the business environment. It features a re-designed QWERTY keyboard and the

capability to make and receive calls, check email, and more from over 200 countries.

The 5 megapixel camera not only captures amazing photos, it also records video which

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you can stream right to any DLNA-compatible devices at home! Connect to a hot spot or

become one. Wirelessly share your 3G connections with up to 5 other Wi-Fi-enabled

devices. The Droid 2 Global, just like may other high-end mobile phones, is built for

business to ensure seamless integration in a variety of IT environments as well as world

class performance at work or play. From the Blackberry to the I-Phone, browsing the

Internet is getting faster and faster. The graphics are getting better and clearer. This is

why more and more people are turning to their mobile phones as an alternative to the

computer. Now, of course, there are some things that you can do with a computer that

you cannot do with a mobile phone. However, it is the perfect device if you are on the

go and need to stay connected.

When we look at the age group of mobile phone owners, you will see that the age

groups are getting younger and younger. My 8-year-old daughter wants a mobile phone.

Now I'm wondering, who do she need to stay connected with? You to may be faced with

the same situation. Soon, our kids are going to be born with a mobile phone in hand. I'm

over stating this, but this is just the example of how the age groups, for mobile phone

ownership, are getting younger and younger.

In sum, mobile phones are devices that have become one of the most vital devices in

our lives. Without the mobile phone, many of us will feel lost. If will feel similar to

someone cutting your ears of.

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Mobile phones: Influenced our lives to a great extent

In the field of communications, mobile phones are truly a great revolution. Apart from

making calls, they can also be used as an entertainment tool. Since the invention of

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mobile phones, people have started performing their tasks more efficiently and

conveniently. Beyond making and receiving calls, the latest mobile phones are having

features like sending text messages, built-in cameras and camcorders, ring tones,

games, radio, Push-to-Talk, ability to watch streaming video or download video for later

viewing. Being used to these features, people have now become excessively dependent

on their mobile phones.

The "latest mobile phones have changed the way we talk to each other. By turning into

multitaskers, they have revolutionized your jobs by allowing you to work on the move.

You can now access to the internet, check your emails, take pictures, listen to music, all

with your tiny device.

Latest mobile phones that come with the latest technologies bring latest features and

functionalities. Nokia, the world's leading manufacturer adds new handsets to its

extensive range from time to time. Even the other mobile manufacturers are stepping up

to make your phone a MP3 player and even a computer. With your 3G phones, you can

now do a variety of other tasks which you might have never imagined.

The latest technologies are growing at such a fast pace that one day you might find that

you are using your mobile phones for paying your bills. These ultra sleek phones

introduce a new standard of striking style and innovation. Games have also formed a

part of mobile devices with the developing technology. The latest 3G technology has

made it possible to play exciting and entertaining games. This exciting new technology

is being incorporated into all the latest mobile devices.

Now days you can find mobile phones given away free or at discounted prices by the

networks with "contract mobile phone deals to encourage consumers to buy the latest

phones or renew their service contracts.

Uses of Mobile Phones in Our Day to Day Life

Mobile phones have really changed our lives with their amazing features like Bluetooth,

megapixel cameras and MP3 players. They have truly transformed our lives. Now, you

can click snaps, make videos and do a whole lot of other functions on your handset.

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Mobile phones are definitely the best thing to have happened to our generation. You are

sitting in your house and your daughter just calls you up from her university. Your son

sends you snaps of his vacation in Australia. Mobile phones have completely infiltrated

our lives with their impeccable styles and swish technology.

Mobile phones are undoubtedly one of the biggest inventions of the 21st century. They

are completely loaded with amazing features and brilliant technologies. These smart

electronic devices, mobile phones are the most wonderful digital inventions of the past

50 years. They have constantly changed and made our lives simply superb. You will

find numerous sites like www.phoneandbeyond.com to look at and compare products.

You can now stay connected throughout the world with these gadgets with Email

clients, MMS and Bluetooth. Enjoy worldwide roaming facilities with these gadgets. You

now get the latest coming soon mobile phones with Quadband GSM connection which

offer you seamless connectivity throughout the world. Whichever part of the world, you

might be in, cell phones will help you communicate across to the other part of the world.

These swish gadgets have made us completely dependant on them. These chic

gadgets are continuously expanding in terms of features, styles and looks. You now get

swish rotator phones, clamshell phones and slider phones.

Today, the market is flooded with brilliant mobile phones which can easily cater to all

classes of users and their specific needs. Get a mobile phone for your personal needs

as well as business needs. You can get cell phones endowed with personal organiser

functions, document viewers as well as Email senders. There are mobile phones which

boast of absolutely splendid multimedia features like multimedia players and hi-fi

megapixel cameras. Grab a mobile phone and just enrich your life.

Impact of mobile phones in the present era

Every time your phone rings, are you compelled to receive the call irrespective of where

you are? Do you keep looking at your handset, hoping to receive an SMS? Rest

assured that you are bitten by the mobile phone bug. The excessive use of mobile

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phones and increasing dependability on the electronic gadget is the first step to being

hooked to a hand phone. There are several brands of mobile phones and Samsung

Mobiles and phones from Nokia India are amongst the popular brands.

Mobile phones made their foray a decade ago and their popularity have been on a rise,

ever since. The brands are numerous but the ones that stand the test of time like

Samsung Mobiles and phones from Nokia India have emerged as the undisputed

telecom market leaders. The impact of mobile phones is so outstanding, that despite

being a third world nation, every teenager in India, owns a mobile phone as opposed to

ten year olds in the west.

What are cell phones?

Although we have been so accustomed to using cell phones, very few of us know

the principle behind cell phones and the mechanism of their function. Cell phones

are essentially two-way radios, akin to the walkie-talkies of the past. However, they

are much advanced, and diligent. Samsung Mobiles and mobiles from Nokia India,

like other phones, function on the basis of conversion of radio waves into sound

waves.

As a user talks over the phone, the voice (sound wave) is captured and converted

into radio waves. These waves then travel through the medium of air until they reach

the receiver, often found at the base station. The base station then sends the call

through a telephone network till it contacts the owner of the dialed number. So, the

principle involved is the simple conversion of radio waves into sound waves and vice

versa.

The application of mobile phones:

Mobile phones give users the ability to communicate with friends, family and

colleagues. It has evolved over a period and is witnessing continuous up gradation.

Although it was initiated with the concept of connecting people, mobile phones

today, are much more than that. The most advanced models are akin to any of the

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portable electronics, used for gaming and music. Samsung mobiles and mobiles

from Nokia India, have contributed to the growing trend of technically advanced

mobile phones in India.

The impact of mobile phones in our society:

A busy lifestyle means there is less time to spend on mundane activities. To the

rescue, come mobile phones, which allow, people who are separated by distances,

to communicate in the most hassle free manner. Mobile phones for Samsung and

Nokia India not only bring people together but also serve a host of other functions.

Communication through SMS, MMS and email is now possible via mobile phones.

Social networking is yet another amiable feature supported by many advanced

handsets.

The impact of mobile phones in business:

Smartphone have revolutionized the work scene, where, we no longer have to stick

to our work desk. Getting work done, while on the move, is easier with business

phones. The types of mobile phones that help in business include:

Windows Mobile: It offers simple data syncing with Microsoft Outlook.

Blackberry: Traditional Blackberry’s such as the 8700 series, sport spacious

QWERTY keypads, for hassle free thumb typing, while the smaller Pearl models use

a technology called Sure Type to allow fast typing, with multiple letters.

Palm: Palm Treo smart phones are prominent business handsets, by virtue of their

very simple user interface. In addition to the basic features, Palm has also extended

its offerings to encompass Windows Mobile as an option, with BlackBerry Connect

service, thereby making it a practical choice for larger business networks.

Mobile phones have had a phenomenal impact on the society. Samsung mobiles

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and phones from Nokia India are gizmos that offer entertainment, internet enabled

services, email facility, social networking and a host of other technically upbeat

features. Mobile phones have conveniently replaces the PDA, laptop (communicator

phones and smart phones) and hi-tech digital cameras. Not only do they provide

ease of access but are easy to carry around too. Mobile phones have emerged as

the perfect example of multitasking gadgets. The impact of mobile phones is

manifold. Akin to technology that never ceases to improve, mobile phones are in a

constant mode of up gradation; providing enhanced accessibility to the masses.

Introduction to Social Networking

A social networking service is an online service, platform, or site that focuses on

facilitating the building of social networks or social relations among people who, for

example, share interests, activities, backgrounds, or real-life connections. A social

network service consists of a representation of each user (often a profile), his/her social

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links, and a variety of additional services. Most social network services are web-based

and provide means for users to interact over the Internet, such as e-mail and instant

messaging. Online community services are sometimes considered as a social network

service, though in a broader sense, social network service usually means an individual-

centered service whereas online community services are group-centered. Social

networking sites allow users to share ideas, activities, events, and interests within their

individual networks.

What is Social   Networking?

Social Networking has become very popular during the past few years, but it can still be

very difficult to understand for someone new to social networking. The open-ended

nature of social networks add to this. Once signed onto a social network, having

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answered a few basic profile questions, it is easy to sit back and wonder what you are

supposed to do next.

The easiest way to understand social networking is to think of it like high school. You

had friends in school, and you knew quite a few people even if you weren't friends with

all of them, but it's likely that you didn't know everyone.

If you ever moved to a new school -- or if you can imagine moving to a new school --

you start out with no friends. After attending classes, you start meeting people, and as

you meet them, you begin associating with those that have similar interests.

Getting started with social networking is much the same as starting at a new school. At

first, you don't have any friends. But as you join groups, you begin to meet people, and

you build a friends list of those with similar interests.

Social Networking Architecture

Social networking is based on a certain structure that allow people to both express

their individuality and meet people with similar interests. This structure includes

having profiles, friends, blog posts, widgets, and usually something unique to that

particular social networking website -- such as the ability to 'poke' people on

Facebook or high-five someone on Hi5.

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Profile:

This is where you tell the world about yourself. Profiles contain basic information,

like where you live and how old you are, and personality questions, like who's your

favorite actor and what's your favorite book. Social networks dedicated to a special

theme like music or movies might ask questions related to that theme.

Friends:

Friends are trusted members of the site that are allowed to post comments on your

profile or send you private messages. You can also keep tabs on how your friends

are using social networking, such as when they post a new picture or update their

profile. Friends are the heart and soul of social networking. It should be noted that

not all social networks refer to them as 'friends' -- LinkedIn refers to them as

'connections -- but all social networks have a way to designate members as trusted.

Groups:

Most social networks use groups to help you find people with similar interests or

engage in discussions on certain topics. A group can be anything from "Johnson

High Class of '98" to "People Who Like Books" to "Doors Fans". They are both a way

to connect with like-minded people and a way to identify your interests. Sometimes,

groups are called by other names, such as the 'networks' on Facebook.

Discussions:

A primary focus of groups is to create interaction between users in the form of

discussions. Most social networking websites support discussion boards for the

groups, and many also allow members of the group to post pictures, music, video

clips, and other tidbits related to the group.

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Blogs:

Another feature of some social networks is the ability to create your own blog

entries. While not as feature-rich as blog hosts like Wordpress or Blogger, blogging

through a social network is perfect for keeping people informed on what you are up

to.

Widgets:

A popular way of letting your personality shine through is by gracing your social

networking profile with web widgets. Many social networks allow a variety of widgets,

and you can usually find interesting widgets located on widget galleries.

Why Start Social Networking?

Social Networking is a nice form of entertainment, great for meeting people with similar

interests, and can be a very effective business technique for entrepreneurs, writers,

actors, musicians or artists.

Most of us have hobbies, or things that we are keenly interested in such as books,

television, video games or movies. Social networks allow us to reach out to others that

have the same interests.

For example, if you like movies, Flixster can help you decide if you might like a new

movie just out at the theaters. If you like music, Last.FM can help you find new artists

that are similar to your favorite bands.

Social Networking: It's the way the 21st century communicates today

Social networking is the grouping of individuals into specific groups, like small rural communities

or a neighborhood subdivision, if you will.  Although social networking is possible in person,

especially in the workplace, universities, and high schools, it is most popular online.

This is because unlike most high schools, colleges, or workplaces, the internet is filled with

millions of individuals who are looking to meet other people, to gather and share first-hand

information and experiences about cooking, golfing, gardening, developing friendships

professional alliances, finding employment, business-to-business marketing and even groups

sharing information about baking cookies to the Thrive Movement.  The topics and interests are

as varied and rich as the story of our universe.

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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, politics and alternative lifestyles. 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.

As mentioned, social networking often involves grouping specific individuals or

organizations together. While there are a number of social networking websites that

focus on particular interests, there are others that do not. The websites without a main

focus are often referred to as "traditional" social networking websites and usually have

open memberships. This means that anyone can become a member, no matter what

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their hobbies, beliefs, or views are. However, once you are inside this online

community, you can begin to create your own network of friends and eliminate members

that do not share common interests or goals.

As I'm sure you're aware, there are dangers associated with social networking including

data theft and viruses, which are on the rise. 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.

By being aware of your cyber-surroundings and who you are talking to, you should be

able to safely enjoy social networking online. It will take many phone conversations to

get to know someone, but you really won't be able to make a clear judgment until you

can meet each other in person. Just use common sense and listen to your inner voice;

it will tell you when something doesn't feel right about the online conversations taking

place.

Once you are well informed and comfortable with your findings, you can begin your

search from hundreds of networking communities to join. This can easily be done by

performing a standard internet search. Your search will likely return a number of results,

including MySpace, FriendWise, FriendFinder, Yahoo, Facebook, Orkut, and

Classmates.

Social Networking Stats for the Week

Facebook: 901 million monthly active users via Facebook

Twitter: over 500 million users via Twopcharts

Qzone: 500 million active users via China Internet Watch

Sina Weibo: over 300 million users via Bloomberg Businessweek

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Renren: over 170 million users via iResearch iUser Tracker

LinkedIn: 150 million members via LinkedIn

Google Plus: 170 million “people who have upgraded” via Google

Tumblr: 51.5 million blogs via Tumblr

Instagram: 40 million users via TechCrunch

Tagged: 20 million unique monthly users via Tagged

Foursquare: over 20 million users via Foursquare

Pinterest: 11.7 million unique monthly users via TechCrunch

Posterous: 3.9 million membersvia SF Gate

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The Importance of Social Networking

You may be wondering why social networking is so important these days. If you just

have a look couple of years back Search Engine Optimization (SEO) was enough to

bring your page in SERP. But the scenario has changed dramatically. Along with SEO,

Social Networking is important or globally it can be said that social networking has

become a part of Search Engine Optimization.

Social networking can explore your site with in very short period. So not only new born

blogs but also existing blogs are concentrating more on social networking. One

important thing you must consider that if the contents of your blog is poor and they are

stereotype, nothing interesting in them and packed with fluff words be sure that visitors

will not stay at your page more than couple of seconds.

It is the trend of the readers to gulp the authentic data. What is mere story or just the

talking-all-nonsense-type never touches his soul. Hence it is the sole aim of the writer is

to cater authentic data to the reader so that he can be benefited from it and in the long

run crave once more to connoisseur it. It is the only aim of the writer is to motivate the

reader in such way that he never skips the page rather goes through the lines with

perfect accuracy to find more effective information.

Social Networking is the best place to place your expert opinion. You can suggest

products, accessories to people who badly need some advice from there. But remember

if you have enough information about the product recommend the product. Otherwise it

can act in the reverse way. You loose their faith. So first acquire faith before expanding

your business over there. There are lots of advantages of Social Networking apart from

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these. Social Networks is not only the place to establish “Business- customer”

relationship but also “Business-Business” relationship. You can easily find companies

with interests similar like you. So as time passes you are able to establish yourself

online successfully.

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CONCLUSIONA mobile phone is a device that can make and receive telephone calls over a radio link

whilst moving around a wide geographic area. It does so by connecting to a cellular

network provided by a mobile phone operator, allowing access to the public telephone

network. But in nowadays, modern mobile phones also support a wide variety of other

services such as text messaging, MMS, email, Internet access, short-range wireless

communications (infrared, Bluetooth), business applications, gaming and photography.

Mobile phones that offer these and more general computing capabilities are referred to

as smartphones.

Social Networking is a nice form of entertainment, great for meeting people with similar

interests, and can be a very effective business technique for entrepreneurs, writers,

actors, musicians or artists. It has both advantages and disadvantages, it depends on

the user how he use that.

REFERENCES

http://www.google.co.in/

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