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Google+ www.plus.google.com Overview “Google Plus” is simply Google’s attempt to compete with Facebook and Twitter on a social media platform. The layout of it is eerily similar to Facebook. The homepage consists of a “stream” of information from the people you are following. There are three main features that seem to make up the basics of Google+. The “circles” element allows you to create small groups that you can share specific information with. The “photos” tab is quite interactive. It shows photos from any and all of your followers that you choose. It also allows you to edit photos similar toInstagram. Perhaps the most popular element of Google+ is the “hangout” feature. This allows you to group chat wi th many people simultaneously, as long as you are included in a “circle” of the person who started the hangout session. Stats/Usage Google Plus is right around 100 million users (Feb 2012) It is projected Google+ will hit 400 million users by year’s end Tips Make sure to set up “Circles” when beginning Google Plus. This is what allows you to create separate groups, and this feature is what ultimately separates Google+ from Facebook. It allows you to share information with the people you want and in turn gives more privacy to the user. It is important to be engaging, just as in other social networks. “+1” button is similar to a “Like” but it is more of a recommendation. If you think something is cool, then “+1” it to recommend it to your friends and family. Organizations Google+ has a separate tab dedicated to showing nonprofit organizations they want them to utilize their tools. After doing some simple searches, there are tons of organizations on Google+. Similar to Facebook, they are allowed to post articles, videos, or links to promote their cause. They are attempting to incorporate Universities into the “Pages” feature. Additional Resources “Beginners Guide to Google Plus” by tinkernut.com – YouTube “5 Reasons Why Google Plus Sucks” by Dan Crilly “Google Plus as a Professional Communication Tool” by Shay Shaked Infographic technobombs.com “Facebook vs. Google+” For additional comments, criticisms or revisions: Davis Pearce [email protected] @davisharold on Twitter Davispearce.wordpress.com

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Google+ www.plus.google.com

Overview

“Google Plus” is simply Google’s attempt to compete with Facebook and Twitter on a social media

platform. The layout of it is eerily similar to Facebook. The homepage consists of a “stream” of

information from the people you are following. There are three main features that seem to make up the

basics of Google+. The “circles” element allows you to create small groups that you can share specific

information with. The “photos” tab is quite interactive. It shows photos from any and all of your

followers that you choose. It also allows you to edit photos similar toInstagram. Perhaps the most

popular element of Google+ is the “hangout” feature. This allows you to group chat with many people

simultaneously, as long as you are included in a “circle” of the person who started the hangout session.

Stats/Usage

Google Plus is right around 100 million users (Feb 2012)

It is projected Google+ will hit 400 million users by year’s end

Tips

Make sure to set up “Circles” when beginning Google Plus. This is what allows you to create separate

groups, and this feature is what ultimately separates Google+ from Facebook. It allows you to share

information with the people you want and in turn gives more privacy to the user.

It is important to be engaging, just as in other social networks.

“+1” button is similar to a “Like” but it is more of a recommendation. If you think something is cool,

then “+1” it to recommend it to your friends and family.

Organizations

Google+ has a separate tab dedicated to showing nonprofit organizations they want them to utilize their

tools. After doing some simple searches, there are tons of organizations on Google+. Similar to

Facebook, they are allowed to post articles, videos, or links to promote their cause. They are attempting

to incorporate Universities into the “Pages” feature.

Additional Resources

“Beginners Guide to Google Plus” by tinkernut.com – YouTube “5 Reasons Why Google Plus Sucks” by Dan Crilly “Google Plus as a Professional Communication Tool” by Shay Shaked Infographic – technobombs.com – “Facebook vs. Google+”

For additional comments, criticisms or revisions: Davis Pearce [email protected] @davisharold on Twitter Davispearce.wordpress.com