Chapter 7
Networking, Bluetooth, and Social
We live in a world that is getting more and more connected, in terms of both people and products. Social networking sites abound—Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus, and LinkedIn, to name a few. Mobile social apps, such as Instagram, WhatsApp, and WeChat, have seen historic user growth. The wearable technology and Internet of Things, a term used to denote the “advanced connectivity of devices, systems, and services” (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_of_Things), are regarded as the next wave of technology after phases such as the PC, Internet, and mobile. Devices such as smartphones, tablets, and many Bluetooth-based classic and smart devices can all be connected to help us lead better lives. How ...