Thing 17 - Explore social networking

• Not something I would have explored without the need to. I find a lot of the material is gimmicky but there are some practical applications.
• My Space. Practical applications that libraries used for example an Ask a librarian service where 90 libraries collaborate to provide a service in Florida. Worthington Public Library had an author talking about his book. There were links to catalogues, and links to blogs displaying teenage fiction.
• Facebook. I see this mainly as a social network where friends share information. The photos application is apparently superior to Flickr as there is no limit to the number of photos a user can upload. Acceptance by the Supreme Court as a protocol to serve court notices to defendants is an indication that the format is being taken seriously. It can be used as a research tool to gain information by joining online groups that match profiles. I registered on Facebook and looked up some friends.