online social networks

In this book, early fluent readers will learn how social media works and how we interact with it in our daily lives.

"Going viral. It's a phrase that you hear thrown around whenever something is blowing up on the Internet, but what does it really mean? How does something or someone go from a random post on social media to a household name? What does it mean for the person who posted it? There's the dark side, too: hoaxes, illegal content, and Russian trolls. Readers take a deep dive into the world where fame isn't measured in minutes, but in clicks. This book gives readers the tools to sort the real from the fake, as well as resources to explore"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines how the social media website Reddit has affected the world of social media"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information on location-based services including Foursquare, discussing how they work, why they are useful, and how to use them safely.

Jason spends most of his nights talking online with Lacey, who seems to be the perfect girl, but when Lacey refuses to meet him in person, Jason does some Internet searching and discovers that Lacey died a year ago, and Jason must figure out what is going on before it is too late.

". . . cover[s] jobs from social media manager and YouTuber to mobile app developer and artificial intelligence engineer. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders--Provided by publisher.

Offers teens with disabilities the tools to expand their network and form relationships that lead to more fulfilling lives.

In this book, readers will learn why it's important to act responsibly when shaping their digital footprint.

Readers learn practical tips on how to be smart about personal privacy.

Social media facilitates the creation and sharing of information and ideas online, through electronic devices like smart phones, laptops, personal computers, or tablets. Today, an estimated 2.8 billion people around the world use social media networks such as Facebook, YouTube, Snapchat, or Instagram to engage with friends, family members, and even strangers. Yet, the growing role of social media in everyday life has raised challenging questions about privacy, advertising, and the effect on young people that are addressed in this book. The Contemporary Issues Pro-Con series is to give young readers a better understanding of major social issues today. Each book examines four key questions related to a controversial topic, with essays that detail the most commonly heard arguments on both sides of the discussion. The arguments contained within are supported by data from experts as well as nonpartisan reports, allowing to reader to make his or her own informed decision on the issue.