The Culture of Connectivity Chapter 1

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What is a key component of the governance structures of social media platforms?

Advertising revenue models

User-generated content policies

Market share percentages

Norms, rules, and technical protocols (correct)

How have the business models of social media platforms evolved?

From selling products to emphasizing services (correct)

From focusing on services to products

From subscription-based to data trading

From advertising to offline marketing strategies

What role do EULAs and ToS play in social media platforms?

They limit user access to features

They determine the market value of the platform

They exclusively govern advertising policies

They regulate content and shape user behavior (correct)

What concept is essential for understanding the nature of online sociality?

Platform ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

What strategy is NOT commonly associated with monetizing social media platforms?

Hosting physical events Signup and view all the answers

What role did the invention of the World Wide Web play in communication?

It enabled a new type of networked communication. Signup and view all the answers

How did the introduction of Web 2.0 change online services?

They transformed into interactive platforms. Signup and view all the answers

In what way did social media platforms evolve over time?

From community-bound initiatives to profit-oriented platforms. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key outcome of the shift to 'platformed' sociality?

Connectivity became a valuable resource driven by user data. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the Alvins' family usage of social media platforms?

They show a balanced mix of personal and professional interactions. Signup and view all the answers

How did large platforms like Facebook and YouTube emerge in the 2000s?

They generated revenue from advertising and user-generated content. Signup and view all the answers

What is one effect of the rise of online communities?

They contribute to the blurring of personal and public spheres. Signup and view all the answers

What type of user behavior did 'platformed' sociality impact?

User behaviors started blurring lines between public and private interactions. Signup and view all the answers

What term does the author prefer to describe social media to acknowledge its technological basis?

Connective media Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a motivation behind the rise of social media platforms during the early 2000s?

Enhancing user privacy Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred with the corporatization of social media platforms?

Blurring of boundaries between corporate and user interests Signup and view all the answers

What significant transformations in cultural industries result from the convergence of technology, user experience, and content?

Emergence of new business models in the digital music market Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe the economic model for platforms?

User participation drives profitability Signup and view all the answers

What does Actor Network Theory (ANT) emphasize regarding social media platforms?

The sociotechnical interplay between technologies, users, and social interactions Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in analyzing social platforms according to the author?

Emphasizing historical and cultural contexts Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect does Political Economy analyze in relation to social media and online culture?

The role of power within economic, political, and legal structures Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the author characterize the ecosystem of connective media?

As a dynamic infrastructure influenced by shared ideologies Signup and view all the answers

How is a 'platform' defined in the context of social media?

A mediator that shapes the performance of social acts through software, hardware, and services Signup and view all the answers

What significant impact did the iPod and iTunes have on the music industry according to the introduction?

Revolutionizing music consumption Signup and view all the answers

What role do algorithms play in social media platforms according to the content?

They shape user experience and influence online behavior Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is considered vital for the understanding of social media's role in connectivity?

The technological algorithms behind platforms Signup and view all the answers

What shift in ownership models of social media platforms is highlighted in the content?

A transition from non-profit to for-profit models Signup and view all the answers

What is an example provided for a non-profit platform that successfully integrated with commercial entities?

Wikipedia Signup and view all the answers

What limitation is noted regarding Actor Network Theory (ANT)?

It often ignores content and cultural forms Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Book Subtitle

The book is titled "The culture of connectivity: A critical history of social media"
Published by Oxford University Press in 2013, by Van Dijck, J.
Focuses on a critical history and analysis of social media from pages 3 to 44

Chapter 1 Overview

Focus is on the engineering of sociality in a culture of connectivity
Introduction meets the Alvin family and their various media engagements

Highlights the societal, cultural, professional and personal activities of the Alvin family
Shows the integration of social media in everyday life
Social media has grown rapidly, penetrating various aspects of society.
Discusses the transition from networked communication to platformed sociality and the rise of social media.

Introduction to Networked Communication

The invention of the World Wide Web in 1991 was a catalyst for networked communication
Weblogs, email services, and list servers formed nascent online communities within this network.
Early networked media lacked inherent connectivity; users had to actively establish and maintain connections.
Web 2.0, marking the turn of the millennium, transformed networked media into interactive communication platforms, a paradigm shift from passive consumption to active engagement.

Platformed Sociality

The shift to platformed sociality is emphasized, as it's intertwined with the rise of social media.
The increased presence of platforms drives people towards online environments for social, professional and cultural activities.
Platforms enable content-sharing, building professional profiles, and enjoying significant online presences.

Discusses the proliferation of social media platforms, exemplifying their vast user base.
Highlights various types of interconnected platforms (e.g., sites focusing on social networking, user-generated content, marketing/transactions).
Identifies various categories of platforms, including social networking sites (SNSs), user-generated content sites (UGCs), trading and marketing sites (TMSs), and play/game sites (PGSs).

Explores the rise and development of SNSs and UGCs, such as Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube.
Describes the transformation of these platforms from community-based initiatives to large-scale commercial enterprises.
Notes the interplay of user-generated content and the strategies employed by platform owners.

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Explore the first chapter of 'The Culture of Connectivity' focusing on the engineering of sociality in the digital age. This chapter introduces the Alvin family and illustrates their engagement with various media, highlighting the growth and significance of social media in everyday life. Delve into how networked communication evolved into platformed sociality.