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History of social networks
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BBS (Bulletin Board System)
It was a computer server that allowed users to connect to the system using a terminal program. After logging in, the user could perform functions such as downloading software and data, reading news and newsletters, and exchanging messages with other users. -
IRC (Internet Relay Chat)
is a text-based chat system for instant messaging. IRC is designed for group communication in discussion forums, called channels, but also allows one-on-one communication via private messages as well as chat and data transfer, including file sharing. -
Six Degrees
It was the first modern social network. It allowed users to create a profile and make friends with other users of the site.
At one time it was quite popular and had about a million users. -
LiveJournal
LiveJournal contained the functions of SixDegrees. Also included blog-a platform for keeping online diaries (blogs) LiveJournal allowed users to communicate with each other by creating groups. -
LinkedIn*
It was founded by Reed Hoffman in 2003 and was one of the first social networks dedicated to business.
LinkedIn* now has about 1 billion users. *A social network blocked in Russia -
MySpace
By 2006, it had become the most popular social network in the world. MySpace gave users the opportunity to customize their profiles. Users could also upload music tracks to MySpace and add video files from other sites to their profiles. -
Facebook*
It was founded by Mark Zuckerberg as a social network for Harvard students, but quickly became the most popular social network in the world due to its convenience and great functionality. *A social network blocked in Russia -
YouTube
This is the first major video hosting service.
Users could upload video files up to 10 minutes in size and share them via YouTube. YouTube's main social functions are video file ratings, comments, and the ability to subscribe to video channels. -
VK
VK is a Russian social network founded by Pavel Durov. Russian Facebook has become an analogue of the American Facebook* and has gained popularity among Russian users. Now it allows users to create their own pages and communities, share images, audio and video recordings, transfer money, and play browser games. It also positions itself as a platform for business promotion and solving everyday tasks using mini-applications.