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Conclusion

  Conclusion It’s a lot to   take in about social media and I hope the negatives have not scared you off because it can be a lot of fun. So Facebook allows users, who sign-up for free profiles, to connect with friends, work colleagues or people they don't know, online . Where Twitter’s. primary purpose is  to connect people and allow people to share their thoughts with a big audience . Snapchat is  a popular messaging app that lets users exchange pictures and videos (called snaps) that are meant to disappear after they're viewed . TikTok is a social media platform for  creating, sharing and discovering short videos . Exercise for learners can you now name 4 social media types? Which social media appeals to you if any? A European study has found that social media use among the aging community  improves health in terms of cognitive capacity , increases a sense of self-competence, and may have a beneficial effect on mental and physical well-being. I hope you are i

What are good things about social media?

  What are good things about social media? For many, social media appears to have a range of benefits.  It provides a way for many of us to connect with others . We can support other people and feel supported by them. It may even be a useful way for those with social anxiety and those who have a hard time with face-to-face interactions to connect with others. Social media enables you to: ·          Communicate and stay up to date with family and friends around the world. ·          Find new friends and communities; network with other people who share similar interests or ambitions. ·          Join or promote worthwhile causes; raise awareness on important issues. ·          Seek or offer emotional support during tough times. ·          Find vital social connection if you live in a remote area, for example, or have limited independence, social anxiety, or are part of a marginalized group. ·          Find an outlet for your creativity and self-expression. ·          Dis

What are the Negative Effects of Social Media?

  What are the Negative Effects of Social Media    Multiple studies have found a strong link between heavy social media and an  increased risk for depression, anxiety, loneliness, self-harm, and even suicidal thoughts . Social media may promote negative experiences such as: Inadequacy about your life or appearance. More than two thirds (70%) people said social media companies do more harm than good, while only one in five said it is the other way around. That is according to a new poll from Quinnipiac University. Some other negative effects: Depression and Anxiety. Do you spend several hours per day browsing through social media? ... Cyberbullying. FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) ... Unrealistic Expectations. ... Negative Body Image. Unhealthy Sleep Patterns. ... General Addiction. Sounds pretty scary hey.

What is Tik Tok

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  What is Tik Tok   TikTok is a social media platform for  creating, sharing and discovering short videos . The app is used by young people as an outlet to express themselves through singing, dancing, comedy, and lip-syncing, and allows users to create videos and share them across a community.   How do you use TikTok for the first time? What is TikTok? AND How does it worK? - YouTube Here's how: 1.      Open your TikTok app. 2.      Press the + button at the bottom-center of the screen. 3.      Press and hold the record button at the bottom-center of the screen. 4.      Let go when you're finished recording the clip. 5.      Press the record button again to film your next clip. 6.      Repeat until your video is complete.  

How to use Snapchat filters

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  How to use Snapchat filters 1.      Open Snapchat and point the camera on a face. 2.      Press and hold your finger over the face on the screen. 3.      Scroll left to right and choose the filter you prefer. 4.      Follow instructions on the screen (if applicable) to get filter to work. Here are some more links to find out more. Filters and Lenses on Snapchat - YouTube How to Use Snapchat: A Beginner's Guide - Tech Advisor How to Use Snapchat Filters and Lenses: A Beginner's Guide How to put Snapchat filters on pictures from camera roll

What is Snapchat and how do you use it?

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  What is Snapchat and how do you use it? Snapchat is  a popular messaging app that lets users exchange pictures and videos (called snaps) that are meant to disappear after they're viewed . It's advertised as a "new type of camera" because the essential function is to take a picture or video, add filters, lenses or other effects and share them with friends.     It's easy: 1.      Swipe right from the camera screen to open the Chat screen. 2.      If friends have sent you Snaps, you'll see an icon next to their username. Depending on the type of message sent, the icon will vary in color: ... 3.      Tap on the message to open it. ... 4.      Replay the Snap. ...hold it down 5.      Take a screenshot (if you dare). If you take a screenshot the sender will be alerted. Here are some links to more information- Your Complete Guide to Understanding Snapchat [Awesome!] How to Use Snapchat - YouTube

How to use Twitter: a guide for beginners

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  How to use Twitter: a guide for beginners 1.      Go to Twitter.com on your web browser and click Sign Up. Or tap Create Account on the Twitter app. 2.      Enter a name. ... 3.      Enter your phone number, email address and date of birth, then click Sign Up. 4.      Wait for your verification code via email or text. ... 5.      Create your password and tap Next. 6.      Create a profile 7.      Select people to FOLLOW- There’s no social media without  social . One of the best ways to get Twitter followers of your own is to follow other accounts with similar interests. https://www.adweek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Twitter-Profile-Follow-Button.png

What is the purpose of Twitter?

  What is the main purpose of Twitter? Twitter is a social media site, and its primary purpose is  to connect people and allow people to share their thoughts with a big audience . The most followed person on twitter is @BarackObama at 131.3 followers   What is Twitter and how does it work? Twitter is  a service for friends, family, and co-workers to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of quick, frequent messages . People post Tweets, which may contain photos, videos, links, and text. These messages are posted to your profile, sent to your followers, and are searchable on Twitter search.   Learn Twitter terminology We may all know what a  Tweet  is by now, but it pays to familiarize yourself with some Twitter-specific vocabulary. ·          A  hashtag  is a word or phrase preceded by the pound symbol. It signals that a piece of content relates to a specific topic or belongs to a category. ·          A  mention  is any Tweet that

How to Use Facebook

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  How to Use Facebook 1.      Sign up for a Facebook account. To sign up for a Facebook account, follow these three easy steps. ... 2.      Set up your privacy settings. ...very important to protect your information and who can see it. 3.      Personalize your profile. ...to make an impression for yourself. 4.      Like and follow public pages. ... 5.      Review your timeline. ...and enjoy memories from previous years. 6.      Add friends on Facebook. ... 7.      Post on Facebook. ...I tend to be a little shy myself. 8.      Add photos and videos. What do I need to know before joining Facebook?

What is Facebook?

  What is Facebook   Facebook is  a website which allows users, who sign-up for free profiles, to connect with friends, work colleagues or people they don't know, online . It allows users to share pictures, music, videos, and articles, as well as their own thoughts and opinions with however many people they like. Facebook has quite a lot of features but its main features are News Feed.- Put simply,  the system determines which posts show up in your News Feed, and in what order, by predicting what you're most likely to be interested in or engage with . These predictions are based on a variety of factors, including what and whom you've followed, liked, or engaged with recently. Friends.- Friending on Facebook  helps you stay connected with people you care about . Adding a friend means you may see each other's activity in Feed, Stories and Photos. When you want to add a friend on Facebook, keep in mind: You should only send friend req