Chapter 46. Social networking will expand exponentially in the next decade

The fact that social networking is one of the big trends of the past few years is a given. It’s a phenomenon that has affected not just technology, but also business, entertainment, and humanity in general. But what about the future?

Industry analysts rarely agree on everything, but one thing is clear: Social networking is predicted to continue its growth trend, reaching out to a wider, more diverse population that spans multiple age groups, ethnicities, and geographic locations.

Beyond more universal adoption, where is social networking headed? Without the proverbial crystal ball, it’s hard to paint a precise picture of how social networking will fit into the world of the ...

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