Filed in archive Soc Network Sites by Mark Brooks on January 18, 2007

TECH NEWS WORLD -- Jan 17 -- Social networks require a higher level of "investment" from users. Alternating between multiple social networking sites entails a greater cost than switching between instant messaging programs. MySpace is the largest social network and its value grows as the number of users increases. It also grows as the amount of information it holds increases. Alternating between multiple social networking sites entails a greater cost than switching between instant messaging programs. FULL ARTICLE @ LINUX INSIDER

Mark Brooks: Users will have myspace profiles but will also have profiles on other social networks that have focused functionality that appeals to particular needs i.e. OurStory.com for cataloging their past and sharing ti with friends. They will also join networks that are clublike. i.e. aSmallWorld.net.

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