“Facebook, the world's largest social network, announced in July 2010 that it had 500 million users around the world. The company has grown at a meteoric pace, doubling in size since 2009 and pushing international competitors aside” (The New York Times).
This example of social media has taken off into a world of its own. Originally created as a social site for college students, Facebook has since expanded into a global market consisting of people of all age ranges and cultures. Yes, Facebook has had their share of mistakes regarding security issues, etc. However, people still love what Facebook allows in the area of social interation and the company continues to have millions of users. People love that Facebook allows them to connect with acquaintances, friends, family, or even perfect strangers.
Perhaps one of the best parts about Facebook is the user’s option to participate in the social arena in an impersonal, interpersonal, or even hyperpersonal manner. When scanning the comments of several Facebook users there are impersonal comments simply stating facts and/or their opinions. Then you have those who would like the interpersonal interaction and choose to use the comment replies or even the Facebook Messages.
“In November 2010, Mr. Zuckerberg introduced Facebook Messages, a new unified messaging system that allows people to communicate with one another on the Web and on mobile phones regardless of whether they are using e-mail, text messages or online chat services” (The New York Times).
Finally, there are many users who love to be hyperpersonal in their postings. These users go on to describe their most intimate thoughts and/or daily activities. It really is quite fascinating what people will post on their Facebook page. Overall, it appears that everyone is in Facebook for a taste of social interaction no matter what form of communication they choose to utilize.
Reference:
Wyld, A. (2011, January 18). Facebook. The New York Times. Retrieved from http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/business/companies/facebook_inc/index.html
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