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Social network or social media? The terms are not the same
Original: Rede social é uma coisa, mídia social é outra. Sei que repito isso de vem em quando, mas enquanto a gente não definir be
A debate is circulating in Brazil about the difference between a 'rede social' (social network) and 'midia social' (social media). A commentator argues the two concepts are being conflated, noting that if platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X and Bluesky are all called social networks, the industry needs a different name to describe them properly. The point being made is that without clear definitions, it is hard to know how to deal with these platforms and their effects.
Why now: Ongoing confusion over terminology for major platforms keeps resurfacing in Brazilian online discussion.
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