Usage of Social Networks

Earlier this week in class, we viewed the video that covered the debate on whether social networks are good or bad. Each panelist offered his own distinct view and I am going to offer my own. The usage of social networks varies from either side of the argument depending on who is using the site. On Facebook, for example, some use it to stay in touch with those who are no longer living in the same area while others may have a completely different use for the site. When you look at some of the games that have rose from inside of Facebook, you can see the negative aspect of the social networks. Through Farmville, you see people disconnect from reality to continue a fake farm. I believe that social networks are good when used properly, it is in the case where someone moves beyond the original intent to a level of obsession that social networks change and turn into a bad tool.