You've probably heard the term "Social Media" - but what does it really mean? Is "Web 2.0" just a fancy buzzword, or does it actually mean something? This video from Common Craft might help clear things up.
Essentially the idea is that before, people got content (news, music, pictures... everything) from official sources with established production and distribution channels. The people who had the printing press made the books, the record companies made the music, and so on. But thanks to advances in technology, just about anybody can create and share content - by starting a blog, putting their music online, sharing photos with the world, and more.
They also discuss the other main point - the idea of tagging, rating, and commenting on content. Now if you're looking to buy a new bicycle, you can quickly and easily read reviews written by your peers, rather than making a decision based on the advertisements.
Be careful though - watching the video might give you a craving for pickle ice cream.
When it comes down to it, social media is democratic, and that's a good thing. It's putting control more and more into the hands of people, rather than the huge corporations.
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Posted by: Prefab Granite Countertop | October 26, 2009 at 01:52 PM