Sunday 5 September 2010

Blog Research

Blog Definition : "a shared on-line journal where people can post diary entries about their personal experiences and hobbies; "postings on a blog are usually in chronological order" "
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How Are Blogs Different To Normal Sites: Blogs are different to normal sites as they can be easily edited and people are allowed to post comments on others posts. Blogs allow people to share information with people all over the world.

Why Do People Use Blogs: People can use blogs for many different reasons. The main reasons are to share information, images, videos etc. It also allows others to share opinions and express how they feel. Many people also read blogs as they find the information and/ or writer interesting.

Advantages of Blogs: Blogs are quick and easy to create, you are able to eaily share information. And many feel that it can make the reader better informed. It is a good way of communicating with others and also enables others to comment on what you have done this is particularly useful for my task as my teachers can comment on my blog and help me improve. Many people also make friends using blogs and find others with similiar opinions or interests.

Disadvantages of Blogs: Blogs can be quite hard to maintain. For big blogs you would need to update your blog regularly as otherwise you may risk losing potential readers. Another disadvantage is that obviously you will need a computer to view a blog so not everyone will be able to access blogs. Some blogs also may contain material that others might find offensive.

News Stories About Blogs

Harry and Charlie are the "Youtube" phenomenen who gained a massive 250 million hits. They have now became so huge that the boys have their own blog where the upload new pictures and videos. Click the link below to take you to the artical
Charlie Bit Me Boys Get Their Own Blog


A stalker who used an online blog to write about harrasing, raping and murdering a woman who he has hounded for two years is facing jail. Click the link below to read more.
Stalker Blog Told Of Rape And Murder

Blogging is becoming more popular everyday. But now people are managing to make money from their blogs. People are being paid by big companies to put adverts on their blogs and when others click on these adverts you are able to earn money. "Amazon offers a large affiliate program, where people can receive up to 15% of the sale price of an item as commission by referring their readers to the site." To read more click on the link below.  

Using Blogs To Make Money

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