online social networks

Examines the development of online privacy, describes the complexities of privacy in the digital age, and discusses issues of privacy in relation to social networking, corporations, the government, and other related topics.

Examines the development of online communication and social networking and discusses related issues such as online dangers, such as cyberbullying and identity theft, and explores the future of online social media.

Offers students guidance and advice to help them research, outline, draft, edit, and write an effective critical essay about Web 2.0.

Presents an account of Eduardo Saverin and Mark Zuckerberg's creation of Facebook, the social networking site, as a way to meet women during their time as Harvard undergraduates, and covers how the two men's different ideas about the business caused a rift between them.

A collection of eighteen essays that offers varying perspectives on the debate over the banning of social networking Web sites.

Thirty-three articles argue opposing points on issues related to online social networking, including whether parents should limit teenagers' use of social networking Web sites, whether Congress should require schools and libraries to block these sites, and how social networking is changing society.

Provides an overview of online social networking, and addresses questions related to social networking, including its affect on human interaction, associated dangers, whether it is addictive, and if it should be more tightly regulated. Includes a chronology and resources for more information.

Provides an overview of social networking sites and blogs, explaining how people are using the internet to reconnect with friends and families, meet new people, make job connections, and share information.

Presents the biography of Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg, covering his upbringing, interest in computers, early success in programming, and his launching and maintaining of the popular social networking site.

Draws on primary and secondary sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the topic of online social networking and the controversies surrounding it.