This document provides an introduction to various topics related to Web 2.0 and social networking, including what they are, examples of tools used, and basic etiquette. It outlines key concepts like blogs, wikis, social media sites, and productivity applications. The document emphasizes that Web 2.0 facilitates communication, sharing, and collaboration between users online. Examples provided include Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Docs, and Remember The Milk. Basic etiquette tips encourage being reciprocal, using proper grammar, and avoiding oversharing personal information.

1. Introduction to Web 2.0 and Social Networking Welcome

6. WEB 2.0

8. The Old Way vs. The New Way Some ways that things have changed: Write in a journal Type your thoughts in a word document Keep a blog or a microblog Store pictures in a photo album Scan your photos on to a disk Upload your photos to a photo-sharing site; tag them, etc. Send a letter Send an email Post on a facebook wall Read an encyclopedia / use your local library Brittanica Online User-generated content / Google Scholar / metadata / Q&A sites / Wikipedia

10. SOCIAL NETWORKING

13. Now: Just to name a few!!!

26. What is a Wiki? How would you use a wiki? Wikipedia is an online encyclopedia wiki. WikiHow is a popular how-to manual that is editable by other users. Cyclopath is a Geowiki that is for cyclists, and is completely editable by users.

28. Definitions Collection managers: manage things such as bookmarks, ideas, movies, music, books, lists, etc. Recommender System : finds things for you based on your other interests. Similar to Harry Potter?

29. FUN STUFF !

33. FACEBOOK – FRIEND OR FOE?

35. TWITTER. Tweeting?

36. TWITTER. Tweeting?

43. Google Calendar Have an online calendar. Send someone a link to your calendar. See the multiple calendars on the left? Those can be your friends / colleagues calendars!