Lesson 5. Navigating the Home Page
In this lesson, you learn how to keep track of news and activities on Facebook. You’ll learn how information flows on the site, and how to use the Home page to view the news feed and notifications to keep abreast of the latest information.
Understanding Facebook Information Flow
As a social networking site, Facebook acts much like a broadcasting service, sharing news about its members wherever they are. However, rather than tuning in to see general news about everyone on the site or stories selected entirely by Facebook, your news is narrowed down to just the people you know—your friends, family, coworkers, or colleagues. The news that is shared—whether it’s status updates, photos, or the latest link someone ...
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