Social Media Basics

1. What does "DM" stand for on social media?

💡 DM stands for Direct Message — a private conversation between users not visible to the public or other followers.

2. Which platform is primarily known for sharing photos and short videos?

💡 Instagram is a visual platform primarily focused on sharing photos, reels, and short videos, owned by Meta.

3. What is a "hashtag" on social media?

💡 A hashtag (#) groups posts by topic, making them discoverable by anyone searching or clicking that hashtag.

4. Which platform is most popular for professional networking?

💡 LinkedIn is the world's largest professional networking platform, used for job searching, career development, and B2B networking.

5. Which company owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp?

💡 Meta Platforms Inc. (formerly Facebook Inc.) owns Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads.

6. What is a "profile" on social media?

💡 A social media profile is your personal page displaying your bio, photo, and content you have shared on the platform.

7. What is a "follower" on social media?

💡 A follower subscribes to your account, meaning your posts appear in their feed when you share new content.

8. Which social media platform is known for 280-character posts?

💡 Twitter (now rebranded as X) limits posts called tweets to 280 characters, encouraging concise communication.

9. What does "going viral" mean on social media?

💡 Content goes viral when it spreads rapidly across social media, being shared by thousands or millions of people in a short time.

10. What is a "like" on social media?

💡 A like is a simple way to react positively to a post, shown by tapping a heart or thumbs-up icon on most platforms.

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