Virtual world is defined as a a three-dimensional, computer generated environment with cyber interactions. There are many ways that these virtual worlds can be used. Whether it's for business purposes, gamers or simply for interactions. According to Forbes.com, "New virtual worlds can be accessed via a web browser, rather than a downloaded program. It’s only a matter of time (months, not years) before we have these things available on our iPads and Smart Phones." CNN goes on to mentions how Rituals Worlds can have a major impact on autistic people. CNN.Com states "that virtual worlds are an emerging and important tool not just for autistic people, but for the people who know them." Ritual Worlds allows those who aren't able to fully experience reality. For example, autistic people are capable of exploring the Virtual World and still be able to encounter in a full life. Virtual also makes tourism more convenient, by giving a detailed view of the area. However, some disadvantages of  the Virtual World is becoming addicted. People may become addictive to living in these virtual world and neglects real life responsibilities. Another con, is that there isn't any rules or laws in the Ritual World therefore, users can say and do as they please. I think the "Second Life" future ventures will allow people to live a different life. Although we were exposed to a second life during the SIMS age; Virtual World differs because it's no longer 2D but would be 3D. A Virtual Life would be a great tool for someone who is afraid to expressed their creativity and be themselves in the real world.

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Technology advances each and every day. New media plays a significant role on how individuals today can communicate. There are many ways an scholars can communicate with in each other. Whether it's through blackboard discussions, via twitter or even the traditional in class discussion. Twitter and blackboard discussions are closely related. However, I find it harder to communicate using twitter; being that twitter limits it's tweet to 140 character it's harder for one to really express their thoughts and opinions in only one tweet. Twitter is used for more simple discussions while blackboard discussions are more complex. Blackboard discussions are also more scholarly than twitter. Blackboard also provides more features so that students can communicate with each other better. In class discussions is a more traditional way to communicate. Using in class discussions allows the speaker to set the tone. It also allows the speaker to get their points across and allows the listener to better understand what's being stand. There are many benefits of in class discussions. Students are able to engage in dialogue and develop speaking skills. There are many pros and cons between each and every one of these scholarly and new media discussions. 

Social Networking

Social networking can be used in various ways. Especially if one is looking to further its business. For instance employers and recruiters can use a social media as a tool to recruit candidates. In the article Social Networking Technology Boosts Job Recruiting, Maureen Crawford-Hentz a recruiter at Osram Sylvania, states "Social networking technology is absolutely the best thing to happen to recruiting — ever." Using sites such as LinkedIn allows recruiters to find potential employees in a matter of minutes. This technology greatly impact society, more jobs mean more money, more money means more spending, more spending means more job openings. A better economy is a better society, it's a cycle. Although social networking has its benefits there's always a dark side. Privacy, plays a big role in social media. People are able to steal others identity or even re-sharing their photo. For example, in the article Facebook Privacy Is So Confusing Even the Zuckerberg Family Photo Isn't Private, a stranger, who isn't  Zuckerberg friend had gotten access to one of her family photo. This goes to shows social media privacy isn't so private after all. 

I believe that the revolution of technology is going to change our economy for the better. As technology advances newer jobs opportunities will increase; meaning that new generation will introduce jobs that doesn't exist now. Every new job means a better economy. However, people have to be more mindful and aware of the things that they post. Sad to say once your involved with social media your profile isn't considered private anymore.