How Social Networks Are Like Real-Life Interactions
Oct 22nd, 2007 by Dan Blank
Jeremy Liew came up with an interesting parrallel that explains the appeal of a social network like Facebook: “Three ways that a conference lobby is like Facebook.”
- Public conversations and private meetings are an option in each.
- Each offer the opportunity for serendipitous moments with both new and old friends.
- Both allow lightweight interactions that help keep the friendship alive, without taxing your limited time.