One of the greatest
things about the Internet is that nobody really owns it. It is a global
collection of networks, both big and small. These networks connect together in
many different ways to form the single entity that we know as the Internet.
In fact, the very name comes from this idea of interconnected networks.
Since its beginning in
1969, the Internet has grown from four host computer systems to tens of
millions. However, just because nobody owns the Internet, it doesn't mean it is
not monitored and maintained in different ways. The Internet Society, a non-profit group
established in 1992,
You probably think you
don't need another social network, but one that helps you connect with real
people in the real world might be worth an exception. Nextdoor operates as
a private social network and helps you meet the people in your neighborhood.
Whether you need to borrow a cup of sugar or find a new tennis partner, you can
connect with people nearby.P
If you've used
Facebook—and you probably have—Nextdoor should seem familiar. It offers a
similar interface to the giant social network most of us both love and hate,
but with plenty of local advantages. Since joining, I've seen people alert each
other about lost pets, find workout buddies, find a good housecleaner, borrow
each other's stuff, and solve common problems (e.g. coyotes). You just post a
message to the neighborhood and see who replies. You can get notifications in
your inbox or just check the site, much like any other social network.
If you've used
Facebook—and you probably have—Nextdoor should seem familiar. It offers a
similar interface to the giant social network most of us both love and hate,
but with plenty of local advantages. Since joining, I've seen people alert each
other about lost pets, find workout buddies, find a good housecleaner, borrow
each other's stuff, and solve common problems (e.g. coyotes). You just post a
message to the neighborhood and see who replies. You can get notifications in
your inbox or just check the site, much like any other social network.