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    5                             Internet Services

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

                      Let’s PLug-in                                                                      Subject Enrichment

                        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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