Sunday, February 27, 2011
New topic
So I decided to change my topic. I felt that mine was too broad and I could write a thousand pages on it... and i wont. I think now I am going to talk about the addiction people have to FB. Is it really an addiction? What is an addiction ? Is it like a cigarette or a drug? Can people stop using it? There are so many questions we can ask ourselves on this topic and i think it would make a great paper. :)
Monday, February 21, 2011
Argumentative Assignment
Soooo ... I think I am going to write about whether or not Facebook has a positive or negative impact on society. I didnt elaborate too much because that's what my essay is for, but here are the basics.
Article: http://www.suite101.com/content/facebook-good-or-bad-for-communication-a121387
My article is separated into three different parts. The positive impact of Facebook, the negative impact, and how Facebook should actually be used. Some key points about the positive impact on Facebook is that it joins many family members and friends from long distances. It also helps those people who feel isolated and are anti-social. Facebook also introduces people to new faces that they would have never met before.
Facebook also plays a negative role in society. The most common thought about why Facebook can be negative is because it prevents and lowers the drive for people to interact face to face. Instead of actually going up to the person to have a conversation they may go to the internet and send them a comment or a message. This leads to misunderstandings. Without seeing a persons body language and hearing their tone it is very hard to know how they are saying a statement. Lastly, Facebook is a "easier" way to gossip. Most people are too scared to say things to the person face to face so they start problems on Facebook.
The last section talks about how Facebook should be used. It states that it is necessary for some kind of social and communication skills. It should only be used for positive reasons such as, getting to know new people and starting new relationships. With that being said, you should communicate with the people you know mostly face to face and use Facebook for new people.
I find this so interesting because there are so many pro's and con's to having a social network such as Facebook. I think social networks can be good to society you just have to know how to balance yourself as well as your time.
Article: http://www.suite101.com/content/facebook-good-or-bad-for-communication-a121387
My article is separated into three different parts. The positive impact of Facebook, the negative impact, and how Facebook should actually be used. Some key points about the positive impact on Facebook is that it joins many family members and friends from long distances. It also helps those people who feel isolated and are anti-social. Facebook also introduces people to new faces that they would have never met before.
Facebook also plays a negative role in society. The most common thought about why Facebook can be negative is because it prevents and lowers the drive for people to interact face to face. Instead of actually going up to the person to have a conversation they may go to the internet and send them a comment or a message. This leads to misunderstandings. Without seeing a persons body language and hearing their tone it is very hard to know how they are saying a statement. Lastly, Facebook is a "easier" way to gossip. Most people are too scared to say things to the person face to face so they start problems on Facebook.
The last section talks about how Facebook should be used. It states that it is necessary for some kind of social and communication skills. It should only be used for positive reasons such as, getting to know new people and starting new relationships. With that being said, you should communicate with the people you know mostly face to face and use Facebook for new people.
I find this so interesting because there are so many pro's and con's to having a social network such as Facebook. I think social networks can be good to society you just have to know how to balance yourself as well as your time.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Facebook Ad's
I never really looked at the ads on my facebook because they never interested me but now that I look at it I find it kind of creepy. One ad that really caught my eye was "Obtain your Visa Card Today." I feel like Facebook is stalking me cause I always access my bank account and gift card accounts online. I also do a lot of online shopping so I think they are trying to get me to spend more money! It didn't work, but I think its a great way to try.
Another ad I saw was one about the great Walmart. I just recently ordered me a new pair of glasses so I can see why this one popped up as well. All the ad says is "Like Walmart and lets save together." If I havent been to Walmarts website about 20 times already, then I would have viewed the site to see what they had to offer.
Lastly, I seen the ad for "Make your home BEAUTIFUL." This is obviously for decorating new homes. I am not looking to get a house, but I have looked at apartments in Charlotte, NC.
Facebook ad's may or may not be effective. I think it's quite interesting to see ad's according to your interests on your homepage. It is a great way for small companies to expand and get well known.
Another ad I saw was one about the great Walmart. I just recently ordered me a new pair of glasses so I can see why this one popped up as well. All the ad says is "Like Walmart and lets save together." If I havent been to Walmarts website about 20 times already, then I would have viewed the site to see what they had to offer.
Lastly, I seen the ad for "Make your home BEAUTIFUL." This is obviously for decorating new homes. I am not looking to get a house, but I have looked at apartments in Charlotte, NC.Facebook ad's may or may not be effective. I think it's quite interesting to see ad's according to your interests on your homepage. It is a great way for small companies to expand and get well known.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
10 things I hate about facebook
Not saying I want to go back to myspace but I found this really funny and partially true.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqzBKFYV-9c
10 things I hate about Facebook
1. Poking- is there really a need to poke me? You can simply write a comment because I will NOT poke you back you creep!!!
2. People who brag about how many friends they have on facebook. The more you have on facebook the less you have in real life!!
3. Gift sending- I do not want any food, hearts, lollipops, pillows, pets or anything else from you!
4. Old people on facebook- there should be an age limit... seriously!!!!
5. Signing onto facebook with no notifications ! - facebook is suppose to unbore you! you need notifications.
6. Spam- hackers just need a life!!!!
7. Picture shrinks- if you have to squint your eyes, tilt your head, and move really close to the screen to see the picture, it should NOT be there.
8. Relationship gossip- lets not even go there! People and there facebook officialness ! Like really? Are you that insecure about your relationship that you need it to be talked about on facbebook.
9. Farmville, fishville, catville, creepville... facebook is enough of a distraction why add games?
10. The creeps who post random messages on your wall..." hey ma" "You lookin' real fly shorty how you doin" ... THIS IS NOTTT MYSPACE!!!! We upgraded sheeshh!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqzBKFYV-9c
10 things I hate about Facebook
1. Poking- is there really a need to poke me? You can simply write a comment because I will NOT poke you back you creep!!!
2. People who brag about how many friends they have on facebook. The more you have on facebook the less you have in real life!!
3. Gift sending- I do not want any food, hearts, lollipops, pillows, pets or anything else from you!
4. Old people on facebook- there should be an age limit... seriously!!!!
5. Signing onto facebook with no notifications ! - facebook is suppose to unbore you! you need notifications.
6. Spam- hackers just need a life!!!!
7. Picture shrinks- if you have to squint your eyes, tilt your head, and move really close to the screen to see the picture, it should NOT be there.
8. Relationship gossip- lets not even go there! People and there facebook officialness ! Like really? Are you that insecure about your relationship that you need it to be talked about on facbebook.
9. Farmville, fishville, catville, creepville... facebook is enough of a distraction why add games?
10. The creeps who post random messages on your wall..." hey ma" "You lookin' real fly shorty how you doin" ... THIS IS NOTTT MYSPACE!!!! We upgraded sheeshh!
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