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Originally Posted by lordbyroniv  What is a social networking site as distinguished from a forum? I mean what functionality must be incorporated to be a social networking site? |
Good question, as many forums do act as a social outlet for the participants. But I believe the distinguishing feature is the ability to have a "profile" page or portal that other people in the community link to and visit. Your MySpace, Your Facebook page,etc. This usually allows people to post photos, videos and "friend" all components of a good social networking site.