Facebook and Twitter

I think that Facebook and Twitter can be powerful tools that let us keep up with what is going on in the world. A lot of people on Facebook post about presidential elections, what they think about certain candidates, or just what they think about some controversial issue. If one doesn't like to watch the news, or read about what's happening in the world, Facebook could be a gateway to go look up those issues or It can even be the central point of learning about these new happenings in the world. On the other hand, I would argue that Facebook and Twitter do the opposite more often than not. I find myself on Facebook and Twitter wasting time away when I could be doing more productive things, like studying for a test or learning something new on After Effects. I would say the two are most definitely more of a time waster than anything. They both have their advantages though, like if you're in a band or if you're a freelance photographer. Facebook and twitter could help you get the word out and advertise whatever you wanted to advertise. So they have their advantages and disadvantages, it just depends on which way you choose to use these social media sites.