Social Networking: Better or Worse Than the Real Thing?

Social Networking has become a part of all our lives, whether it was to reconnect with an old colleague on Facebook or build a professional profile on LinkedIn. Using applications and websites has made it easier for us to make new relationships, find people and keep others updated on our lives without directly talking to them. However, have we all become a little too obsessed with constantly checking apps on our phone when we're bored? I plan on doing more in-depth research on whether or not it has become beneficial for all of us or just a big distraction. During this project, I will consider the pros and cons and come to a conclusion on what social networking has done to society as a whole.