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Each BBS had their own style and specific content but most included: forum/message board, way to talk to admin, library of shared files, user directory.
This paved the way for basic functions of apps today and how websites are structured. -
Had a feature that allowed multiple FIDO BBSs to share data. Allowing users to connect over long distances without the cost. -
Basically a precursor to what the internet is today. It was as close to a bulletin board system as you could get but they expanded so users had actual access to the internet instead of just being online -
Added Internet Explorer to AOL. This was the big boom for most people. This allowed users access to the whole of the internet instead of just what AOL offered. -
Originally, Facebook was only for students of Harvard but branched out to other high ranking schools and eventually the whole world. This app, first only intended for connecting between college friends, became one of the world's most popular social media apps/sites after a short time. -
Unlike most video platforms, it was free!
People loved how simple it was to share photos but didn't have the ease until Youtube came along. -
Anyone 13+ or with an email address could use Facebook.
NewsFeed launched that September and led to user outrage. This was the beginning of privacy issues with social media sites. -
Twitter became a quick and efficient way for companies to advertise and friends to update each other about whatever. Twitter frequently used to notify followers of creators about content they posted. -
Youtube's partner program launched, allowing creators to earn some money from what they upload. Many creators make a living off of and use youtube as a job. -
The hashtag made it easier to search for topics on the site along with keeping tabs on ongoing events. The # allows a place for community in that people can start movements or even petition for things online. -
The spread of misinformation on twitter is rampant and has lead to many countries banning the app. Leads to more strict posting rules. -
Stories are time sensitive and are now on virtually every social platform. Real time documentation of life or just something funny that everyone can see as opposed to only the people you send it to. Reaches more people. -
3 men that were diagnosed with ALS took inspiration from the tradition of dumping gatorade on coaches after a win and turned that into a fundraising challenge. You would nominate and then the people you nominate would make videos and nominate even more people thus having incredible reach over the entire internet as well as television. -
It learns what you like to see and it shows you things that might be of interest to you. The algorithm learns and adapts to your desires instead of having to search things out. -
Different ownership means different rules. Who can say what is up for debate. Over the years, it became a political cesspool as opposed to a place where friends could update each other.