Social Media Concepts and Terminology

The video provides an overview of social media, covering key terms like influencers, trolls, and cyberbullying. It explains the importance of understanding social media platforms, the role of followers and fanbases, and the impact of campaigns and crowdfunding. The video also discusses Creative Commons, blogging, clickbait, viral content, livestreaming, hashtags, memes, and phishing, emphasizing online safety and the dual nature of social media's benefits and risks.

What is the primary focus of social media according to the introduction?

• Playing games

• Connecting with friends

• Sharing content

• Shopping online

What is a 'tweet' in the context of Twitter?

• A user of Twitter

• A Twitter employee

• A type of bird

• A message or post on Twitter

Who is considered a YouTuber?

• Someone with a significant following on YouTube

• Anyone who uploads videos

• A YouTube employee

• Anyone who watches YouTube

What is the main difference between a troll and a hater?

• Trolls seek reactions, haters do not

• Trolls are only on Twitter

• Trolls are positive, haters are negative

• Haters are anonymous, trolls are not

What is a fanbase?

• A new social media trend

• A type of social media platform

• A collection of followers

• A group of haters

What is a flash mob?

• A viral video

• A type of online scam

• A new social media app

• A sudden gathering for a planned activity

What is the purpose of crowdfunding?

• To find new friends

• To raise money for a project

• To promote a new app

• To gather ideas

What does a Creative Commons license allow?

• Free use and sharing of content

• Exclusive rights to content

• Paid access to content

• Limited use of content

What is clickbait designed to do?

• Educate readers

• Attract clicks

• Promote products

• Share news

What does it mean when content goes viral?

• It spreads quickly and widely

• It is deleted

• It is ignored

• It becomes outdated