The use of social media as social support
Written by: Khalfan Almamari 113366
Social media sites contributed to the activation of participation in the society. It has role in achieving the desires of each person, and groups, whom have interests and activities, and contributed to achieve many objectives and aims of the society. It's turning ideas from the society to decision makers and officials in the country.
An interactive component of social media provided to people, that Helped to have a discussion in two-way. The receiver is able to respond and interact with the sender. It provides space for the discussion on issues and decisions, that the authorities and put it. The normal person is able to present his opinion on the issues, decisions and policies set by the government. The decision-making process become between the citizen and officials. So using social media becoming as support of the society, and important tool of social changing.
One of the most important features of social media is that it is a great provider of knowledge and information, and is the largest virtual library around the world. As well as increasing the level of awareness in the society, that they become aware of the acts and activities, that happened around them. It is an effective way to get and following news from around the world at all times, and you can choose a specific subjects like: politics, sport, social, arts, and economics news.
Social media is important in terms of business. It can provide many benefits for small businesses. Through these sites, the business owner can spread his message, communicate better with his targeted audience. As we see, some persons started and establish a small projects via social media, especially Instagram, that found an area for selling products and promote it. So, Social media now as support for the society.
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