The Chapter in a Nutshell
What’s an Online Community?
Online communities are an example of Web 2.0, a term that refers to an interactive use of the Internet, where visitors can publish content on a website.
The most important criterion for identifying an online community is the emphasis on member-to-member interaction. Community websites differ from wikis, blogs, and message boards in that they focus on helping users get to know each other and form relationships.
Common Features Of Community Websites Include
An activity for members
A nickname or online identity for each member
A page summarizing information about each member
A way for members to communicate one-on-one
Some Different Types Of Online Communities Are
Open versus closed communities: ...
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