What Is Social Networking?

Social Networking - perhaps you've heard of it before, but are not quite sure what it means.

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, the Internet is filled with millions of individuals who are looking to meet other Internet users, to gather and share first-hand information or experiences about any number of topics from golfing to gardening, developing friendships or to start a professional relationship.

The friends that you can make are just one of the many benefits to social networking online. Other benefits include local & cultural diversity, idea development and potential business partnerships, of which you never would of had otherwise.

For what it is worth, I suggest that you embrace the technological times and enjoy social networking online. However, just like in the real world, in the virtual world, use common sense and listen to your inner voice; it will tell you when something feels right or not.


William S. Dickinson is a marketing professional who works for Momentum Conferencing with offices in Vancouver BC and Toronto, ON. You can find Momentum Conferencing on the web @ www.momentumconferencing.com.