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                     Let’s surf
                         Social Networking                               Skype
                         E-Banking                                       Newsgroup
                         Blogging                                        Cloud Computing
                         RSS (Really Simple Syndication)                 Podcasting





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                    Write  the names of the following icons/apps:





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                 Apart from communication, Internet also provides some advanced features such as social networking,
                 cloud storage, blogging and podcasting. In this chapter, you will learn about some social networking
                 sites, blogging, E-Banking, RSS feed and podcasting.



                        SOCIAL NETWORKING


                 A network is defined as “a group or system of interconnected
                 people  or things”. It is like  an invisible  thread  which
                 connects you with your family, friends, and relatives. In the
                 computer world, network refers to the group of two or more
                 computers connected by physical or wireless connections.
                 You  must  have heard people  use the terms  like  a  social
                 person, a social butterfly, etc.  A  social  person  or being
                 social is often used for those who like to be around people or

                 who are friendly with everyone. They like to go to parties and             Social Networking
                 spend time with people.



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