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Social Networks and Young People: A Case Study

Social Networks and Young People: A Case Study

Neuza Ferreira
Copyright: © 2012 |Pages: 24
ISBN13: 9781466609242|ISBN10: 1466609249|EISBN13: 9781466609259
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-0924-2.ch018
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Ferreira, Neuza. "Social Networks and Young People: A Case Study." Professional Advancements and Management Trends in the IT Sector, edited by Ricardo Colomo-Palacios, IGI Global, 2012, pp. 267-290. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-0924-2.ch018

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Ferreira, N. (2012). Social Networks and Young People: A Case Study. In R. Colomo-Palacios (Ed.), Professional Advancements and Management Trends in the IT Sector (pp. 267-290). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-0924-2.ch018

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Ferreira, Neuza. "Social Networks and Young People: A Case Study." In Professional Advancements and Management Trends in the IT Sector, edited by Ricardo Colomo-Palacios, 267-290. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2012. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-4666-0924-2.ch018

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Abstract

This paper aims at stating the main advantages and implications of Web 2.0 by analysing popular social networks in Portugal and addressing some examples of their utility. The authors present results of an empirical study applied to young people, aged between 12 and 20 years old, in a specific Portuguese region. In the first part of the study, main characteristics and differences between Web 1.0 and Web 2.0 are presented. In addition, results of empirical research and concluding remarks are presented and discussed. Achieved results seem to be particularly relevant for academics and industry professionals who might be interested in the application of new technologies for communication and socialization purposes.

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