Is Social Media Actually Connecting People?

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Mehrab said:   7 years ago
Yes, social media is actually connecting people who are far away but move away people who are around.
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Dolly said:   7 years ago
Yes, social media conneting people but we use propely and in good manner. Never misuse the sicial sites like make fake account and disturb your friends. So it is good for us but use in healthy way.
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Prasanna M said:   6 years ago
Hello, everyone.

According to me, social media connecting people. Yes, nowadays social media playing a vital role in all life because every day we can exchange information in social network it helps me to acquire knowledge and helps to connect and share information quickly nowadays social media like a blood for so many business firm because the advertising their products in the social network quickly it helps to create competition in the market for their products nowadays customer is more addicted to online purchase because lack of time they are not going ask products information in retail stores because of this reasons these days social media playing vital not only in personal lives but also in professional lives.

Thank you.
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Simmy said:   2 years ago
Hello everyone.

My name is Simmy.

Social media has some pros and cons. But it depends on how we use social media. Like we are using social media for study and business etc so it is good. But If you are using social media for watching reels etc. So, its harmful.
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Shalini said:   1 year ago
Hi everyone,

Yes, social media is connecting the people as well as it makes the distance from the people. Everyone sends the message through social media, not by heart. By social media, many people forget to have a face-to-face conversation. In my point of view, yes social media is connecting people but it is not at all to make a good conversation.
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Lata said:   1 year ago
Social media so far is the fastest platform to connect with people all around the world, even people taking advantage of it by learning different languages with the help of other people, people are reaching out to people for knowledge, some who cannot afford are learning through right person.

It's also helping them grow confidence, As far as I have seen people are getting more skilled and getting the right experience through social media.
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Anil said:   12 months ago
As you said, There are lot of pros and cons to using social media,

I'm going with the positive side by using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter we can connect with the people whom we know in real time it makes our relationship more strong. We get the information within a fraction of a second by using social media platforms.

And the other side of the coin, it has times we lose the connection due to some reasons, and we get invalid or fake information. Most of the cyber crimes are happening by using social media platforms by clicking links and saying OTPs to unknown candidates. Sometimes we spend an of time on social media platforms as a result of this we don't get time to our family, our loved ones and our parents and children.

So, by using this platform we must have care, responsibility and balanced time.
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Pratik khade said:   11 months ago
Hello everyone,
My name is Pratik.

First, I want to introduce our topic "is social media connecting people?".
I think social media is connecting people because in this era all know how to use social media.
Some people use using for only for entertainment some using for study
Some share their photos in social media when they go on trips or purchase new things like cars, bikes etc.

And talk about education:
We got all the information about the college and schools what would happen in tomorrow and if any meetings in the college they informed us through WhatsApp. This is not only for education this is for all other fields.
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Bhagyashree said:   7 months ago
Hello everyone,

In my opinion, nowadays it is not essential for us if we use it wisely it plays a major role or else if we use it for entertainment purposes it shorts videos scrolling should be addicted by everyone that thing makes our brain addicted to short-term happiness and one more point nowadays social media platform like Instagram, Facebook has many negative contents if we saw those contents that make us feelings stress and depression so in my point of view use social media platform as a knowledge purpose, not for entertainment.
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Geershati Saxena said:   4 weeks ago
Hi Everyone,

Today's topic; Is Social Media Connecting People?

Social media has revolutionised the way we connect, communicate, and collaborate, breaking geographical and cultural barriers like never before in human history. A person sitting in India can share ideas, emotions, and experiences with someone in Canada in real time, making the world feel smaller and more accessible. It allows us to reconnect with old friends, maintain long-distance relationships, and build entirely new connections based on shared interests, professional goals, or social causes. Platforms like LinkedIn have opened doors for career growth and global networking, while Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter) allow families and friends to stay updated on each other’s lives instantly.

Social media has also become a voice for the unheard, amplifying causes that might otherwise be ignored, and enabling communities to unite for positive change. During emergencies, such as natural disasters or the pandemic, countless lives have been saved through urgent appeals, fundraising campaigns, and the rapid sharing of critical information. However, alongside these benefits, we cannot ignore certain challenges.

Often, the connections we form online remain at a superficial “likes and comments” level rather than evolving into deeper, more meaningful relationships. There is also the issue of misinformation, where false news spreads faster than facts, leading to misunderstandings and, at times, social unrest.

Additionally, excessive dependence on virtual communication can reduce the frequency and quality of face-to-face interactions, which are essential for building emotional bonds. But these are not flaws of social media itself—they are outcomes of how we choose to use it.

The solution lies in adopting mindful habits: engaging in authentic conversations, verifying facts before sharing, encouraging positive discussions, and maintaining a healthy balance between online and offline life. In conclusion, social media is indeed a powerful connector of people, but the quality of that connection depends on our intentions and actions.

If used with empathy, authenticity, and responsibility, it has the potential to unite people across borders, bridge cultural divides, and create both virtual and real-world bonds that enrich our personal and collective lives.
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