Social Network

Extracted Attributes

• Definition

  A social structure consisting of a set of social actors (individuals or organizations), networks of dyadic ties, and other social interactions between actors.

• Applications

  Studying the spread of misinformation on social media platforms, analyzing the influence of key figures, professional networking, educational resource

• Broader Field

  Network Science

• Core Components

  Social actors, dyadic ties, social interactions

• Purpose of Analysis

  Identify local and global patterns, locate influential entities, examine dynamics of networks

• Internet-based Systems

  Allow people to communicate who share interests and activities

• Interdisciplinary Roots

  Social psychology, sociology, statistics, graph theory

• Associated Field of Study

  Social Network Analysis

• Interaction Methods (Internet-based)

  Chat, messaging, email, video, voice chat, file sharing, blogging, discussion groups

• Key Features (Social Networking Sites)

  Public/semi-public profile, list of connections, ability to view connections

Timeline

• Jacob Moreno developed the first sociograms to study interpersonal relationships. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1930s

• Approaches to social networks were mathematically formalized. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1950s

• Theories and methods of social networks became pervasive in the social and behavioral sciences. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1980s

• Harvard undergrad Mark Zuckerberg began work on a new concept that eventually became Facebook, a global social network. (Source: web_search_results)

  2003

• The film 'The Social Network', written by Aaron Sorkin, was released, depicting the founding of Facebook. (Source: related_documents, web_search_results)

  2010

• Facebook, a prominent social networking site, boasted over 1 billion registered users worldwide. (Source: web_search_results)

  2012

Social network

A social network is a social structure consisting of a set of social actors (such as individuals or organizations), networks of dyadic ties, and other social interactions between actors. The social network perspective provides a set of methods for analyzing the structure of whole social entities along with a variety of theories explaining the patterns observed in these structures. The study of these structures uses social network analysis to identify local and global patterns, locate influential entities, and examine dynamics of networks. For instance, social network analysis has been used in studying the spread of misinformation on social media platforms or analyzing the influence of key figures in social networks. Social networks and the analysis of them is an inherently interdisciplinary academic field which emerged from social psychology, sociology, statistics, and graph theory. Georg Simmel authored early structural theories in sociology emphasizing the dynamics of triads and "web of group affiliations". Jacob Moreno is credited with developing the first sociograms in the 1930s to study interpersonal relationships. These approaches were mathematically formalized in the 1950s and theories and methods of social networks became pervasive in the social and behavioral sciences by the 1980s. Social network analysis is now one of the major paradigms in contemporary sociology, and is also employed in a number of other social and formal sciences. Together with other complex networks, it forms part of the nascent field of network science.

Web Search Results

• Social Network - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

  Social networks are Internet-based software systems that allow people who share interests and activities to easily communicate. These sites provide various ways for users to interact, such as chat, messaging, email, video, voice chat, file sharing, blogging, and discussion groups. Social networking is already being used by millions of people around the world and is revolutionizing the way we share information and communicate. Two of the most popular general social networking sites are MySpace [...] Social network sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ allow users to interact via the Internet with anybody across the globe. Facebook, the largest social networking site boasts over 1 billion registered users worldwide (Vance, 2012), and educators are turning to these sites to connect with their students. Teachers can ‘post’ relevant material to a social networking site and students can view the information and further explore the content (Davis, 2010). [...] learners. Social networking can serve as a supplementary resource.

• Social network - Wikipedia

  A social network is a social structure consisting of a set of social actors (such as individuals or organizations), networks of dyadic "Dyad (sociology)") ties, and other social interactions between actors. The social network perspective provides a set of methods for analyzing the structure of whole social entities along with a variety of theories explaining the patterns observed in these structures. The study of these structures uses social network analysis to identify local and global [...] The social network is a theoretical construct "Construct (philosophy of science)") useful in the social sciences to study relationships between individuals, groups, organizations, or even entire societies (social units, see differentiation "Differentiation (sociology)")). The term is used to describe a social structure determined by such interactions. The ties through which any given social unit connects represent the convergence of the various social contacts of that unit. This theoretical [...] networking among politicians, constituents, and bureaucrats.

• The Social Network (2010) - IMDb

  Reviewers say 'The Social Network' delves into greed, betrayal, and social media's impact on relationships. The film is lauded for its sharp dialogue, strong performances, and David Fincher's stylish direction. Jesse Eisenberg's portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg is particularly acclaimed. However, some find the characters unlikable and the focus on legal battles detracts from character development. The atmospheric score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross is highly praised. Overall, it's a [...] thought-provoking, well-crafted film capturing its era. [...] to a dinner party with her Harvard friends to provide him insider information on the school's social life at the time Facebook was created.

• Social networking service - Wikipedia

  an article entitled "Social Network Sites: Definition, History, and Scholarship," boyd and Ellison adopt Sunden's (2003) description of profiles as unique pages where one can "type oneself into being". A profile is generated from answers to questions, such as age, location, interests, etc. Some sites allow users to upload pictures, add multimedia content or modify the look and feel of the profile. Others, e.g., Facebook, allow users to enhance their profile by adding modules or "Applications". [...] Social networks are also used to communicate scientists research results and as a public communication tool and to connect people who share the same professional interests, their benefits can vary according to the discipline. The most interesting aspects of social networks for professional purposes are their potentialities in terms of dissemination of information and the ability to reach and multiple professional contacts exponentially. Social networks like Academia.edu, LinkedIn, Facebook, and [...] According to boyd and Ellison's 2007 article, "Why Youth (Heart) Social Network Sites: The Role of Networked Publics in Teenage Social Life", social networking sites share a variety of technical features that allow individuals to: construct a public/semi-public profile, articulate a list of other users that they share a connection with, and view their list of connections within the system. The most basic of these are visible profiles with a list of "friends" who are also users of the site. In

• The Social Network | Rotten Tomatoes

  In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires." [...] Synopsis In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer genius Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, he is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but Zuckerberg finds that his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend (Andrew Garfield). Based on the book "The Accidental [...] Network: Official Clip - I Deserve Some Recognition The Social Network: Official Clip - I Deserve Some Recognition 1:46 The Social Network: Official Clip - You're Breaking Up With Me? The Social Network: Official Clip - You're Breaking Up With Me? 2:47 The Social Network: Official Clip - A Billion Dollars The Social Network: Official Clip - A Billion Dollars 3:05 The Social Network: Official Clip - I Was Your Only Friend The Social Network: Official Clip - I Was Your