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page 6 =social network= =The social network have become a necessity in everyone's life. As technology is improving, more social networking sites are created. For example, QQ, Facebook, websites and many more. QQ is the most important social networking site in China; Facebook allows us to connect with people around the world with similar interests and professional backgrounds but this have advantages and disadvantages.= = = =First of all, the Internet has many advantages. The main advantage of the Internet is you can make friends with people from different countries. Furthermore, it is possible to study with your friends online, and help each other. A good point about the Internet is you can keep in touch with your famliy. This is great from people who miss their family or live far away from home because Internet has many advantages to help people communicate with each other.=

=Social networks expand the circle of interpersonal. Even if some people you don't know, but you can tell them your problem, also share your happiness with them. If you have no friends, then you can find new friends on social network. Some people live in a place that is far from their family, for example, some students go to study abroad, then they can contact on social network with their family. Anyway, this is very convenient for the people to communicate with each other.= = = =However, there are some disadvantages such as many students indulge in online chatting now. Teenagers waste too much time in social networks or other network products. They suffer from stomach problem, anxiety, depression and other health problems. These not only affects their health but also affect their learning. When they are infatuate with social networking, they will often login to the site and find someone to chat with.= = = =The final disadvantage is many people get married through social networking sites. It means that they have not seen each other before. Marriage is a responsibility. Love is worth trying but not marriage because you don't know if he is suitable for you. In particular, some men and women are accustomed to conceal their age, name, hobbie and many more information on the site. Internet addiction is like taking drugs. If they do not find their online friends to chat, they will be very upset. You should be alert when making friends on social networking sites and must not easily disclose your personal information on the sites.=

=In a nutshell, technology improvisation has brought many advantages to us especially widen our perspective through social networking sites. We gain new friends and widen our perspective towards different people and different cultures. Internet or more specifically social networks have brought the world into a new era and we are now living in a Global Village. However, there are disadvantages in social networking as well. Youths should learn how to manage their time for entertainment as well as studies. Most importantly, Internet surfers should not disclose their personal information to avoid any damages or loss. As long as they are alert when surfing the net, Internet can be very user-friendly.= =Wang Fang Fang (0308911)= =Lin Yue (0308930)= =Li Si Yuan(0305414)= =Wang wan(0308161)= = =