What Are the Four Main Features of Social Networking Sites

question 14

Essay

What are the four main features of social networking sites that affect friendship formation as proposed by danah boyd?

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Definitions:

Diffused Point Pattern

A spatial distribution where objects or phenomena are spread out over a large area without a discernible pattern.

Evaluative "You" Language

Phrases or statements that assess or judge the actions or characteristics of another person, often leading to defensiveness.

Manipulative

Involving the skillful handling or controlling of things or people, often in a cunning or deceptive manner.

Rigid

Characterized by inflexibility or strictness in structure, behavior, or thinking, often resistant to change.