Social Media

If you didn’t post it on social media, did it even happen? Social media is an umbrella term for platforms that enable users to post media (images, text, videos) to the platform and interact with other users. While specific motivations may vary, the general purpose of social media is to publicly share an aspect of your life. On Facebook that may be a misinformed political rant, on Twitter a witty remark about a viral topic, on Instagram a #humblebrag snapshot of your recent vacation, on TikTok a lip-sync video or cringe-y attempt at a new dance trend. Social media is also a major way to get news (accuracy varies wildly) learn about new trends, stay in touch with friends, and read/view apologies by influencers and celebrities who did something stupid on said platform.

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TikTok and Snapchat's first Congressional hearing shows how differently politicians view Facebook
TikTok and Snapchat's first Congressional hearing shows how differently politicians view Facebook


TikTok is reviving the 2014 Tumblr-era aesthetic
TikTok is reviving the 2014 Tumblr-era aesthetic

Mark Zuckerberg angrily insists Facebook is the real victim here
Mark Zuckerberg angrily insists Facebook is the real victim here

5 damning revelations from the Facebook Papers
5 damning revelations from the Facebook Papers

I tried the viral TikTok adjustable buttons and they actually work pretty well
I tried the viral TikTok adjustable buttons and they actually work pretty well

Facebook's international misinformation problem is even bigger than it is in the U.S.
Facebook's international misinformation problem is even bigger than it is in the U.S.


Facebook might be changing its name to emphasize the metaverse
Facebook might be changing its name to emphasize the metaverse

Instagram's become an essential tool for activists. But it's a double-edged sword.
Instagram's become an essential tool for activists. But it's a double-edged sword.


Trolls swamped Trump's new social network 'TRUTH' before it even launched
Trolls swamped Trump's new social network 'TRUTH' before it even launched





Facebook to change its name next week, report says
Facebook to change its name next week, report says



TikTok's most influential creators now feature on one big influential list
Singer and TikTok star Bella Poarch posing for a photo in a colorful dress.

Mashable Screening, beloved YouTube channel, is back
Mashable Screening, beloved YouTube channel, is back



Twitter pulls the plug on vibe checks
Twitter pulls the plug on vibe checks

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