Online media, especially social media has taken off in the last couple years. While there are many good things about social networking sites, there are also some strong downsides. Social media sites let the user keep up with all the current events of their friends, coworkers, and acquaintances. Many businesses not offer coupons and other discounts and deals on their social media pages. Saving money is a great perk to online media sites. Unfortunately, the more information that is put out to the social sites, the greater chance that your personal and confidential information, such as your address and phone number, may fall into wrong hands. Identity thieves and sexual predators are two of the greatest concerns with social media sites. Other sites allow videos to be viewed and enjoyed both for informational purposes and for a leisurely activity. Many good ideas and activities have spawned since the dawn of online media. It is a great tool for those that use it but still safe guard their personal information. Limit the amount of information let out to the general public.

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