Social Networking Sites

Social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat all have the ability for individuals to connect with others and share photos and personal messages to others. Like every social media, there can be negative effects having these which include, drama, cyberbullying, identity theft just to list a couple.

Facebook connects people all around the world, as long as you are "friends" with them on Facebook, pictures, comments, check-ins and messages can be shared unless your page is not private it can be viewed by others who are not your "friends." I believe this social media is great because it helps people stay connected, for example, friends and relatives who live far away can keep in contact with you through here. There is also messages that can be sent private to an individual you wish to chose which is called "Messenger."

Twitter can also be used to connect with others who you are following and who are following you. If you follow an individual you can see the posts they made and vice versa, like Facebook, unless your page is not private anyone can see, reply, or favorite the tweets you post. "Tweeting" is the term used when you post a maximum of 140 characters message. People tweet about anything they like, can be used for self-promotion or just pointless babble. You can even upload pictures through tweeting.

Instagram is mainly about posting pictures and videos, following individuals and other following you as well. When you follow someone or someone follows you just like Twitter, you are able to see their posts. Unless their page is not private any user will be able to see the pictures you have posted, they can like and also comment on them. I personally use Instagram the most, I enjoy following my favorite brands, (shoes, clothing, etc). I enjoy posting photos with friends, family and scenery pictures. There is also a private inbox where others are now able to send messages or pictures privately to an individual they would like.

Snapchat is another social media that is now becoming more used. It is a little difficult to get used the hang of using it, because it is slightly different from the other social medias listed above. It is also used to upload pictures and videos to your "story". When you upload these to your story, only your friends who are added to your snapchat will be able to see it. Your posts stay for 24 hours, and you can change the amount of seconds you would  like to leave it. You can also send pictures and videos to individuals you chose to send to privately and you can again, choose the amount of seconds they can view it. Once the person opens and views the picture or video you sent they will not be able to see it again. People can also send them messages privately through "chat" if they wish to.