Social media are computer-mediated technologies that allow the creating and sharing of information, ideas, career interests and other forms of expression via virtual communities and networks.
What is Social media & Networking?
Forms of electronic communication (as Web sites for social networking and micro blogging) through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content (as videos).
Social networking: Creation and maintenance of personal and business relationships especially online.
What DTS-Social media & Networking Provides:
DTS-Social media provide people benefits and opportunities to empower themselves in a variety of ways. People can maintain social connections and support networks, and can access more information.
How it helps:
It is a great way to share tips and ideas. It has been very successful due to the ease in which a person can learn - and share - information about hobbies, crafts, cooking, gardening and other do-it-yourself activities including: Seeking a new job Locating assistance Getting and giving product and service referrals Receiving support from like-minded individuals Making or receiving career or personal advice Accessing news in real time.