Facebook For Dummies

Reads:

4,086

Uploaded:

02/06/2010

Category:

Uncategorized.

Rated:

Copyright:

Traditional Copyright: All rights reserved

The eagerly anticipated update to the bestselling first edition is here!Facebook's popularity is seemingly unstoppable. The site experienced a huge... (More) The eagerly anticipated update to the bestselling first edition is here!Facebook's popularity is seemingly unstoppable. The site experienced a huge boom in registered users in the latter half of 2008. It was at that time that Facebook also underwent a radical facelift and introduced numerous changes. Packed with hundreds of screen shots, this anxiously awaited new edition presents you with a thorough update on all the exciting changes to Facebook's interface since the first edition hit the shelves a mere one year ago.Authored by two Facebook employees,Facebook For Dummies, 2nd Edition, features unique insight and insider knowledge of Facebook that can't be found anywhere else. You'll explore optimum ways to get familiar with Facebook, tips for representing yourself online, best practices for keeping connected, how to run a business on Facebook, and more.Walks you through creating a profile, navigating the interface, and setting up privacy featuresExplains how to find and add friends, fill out your profile, add applications, and upload photosDiscusses ways to join a network or group or use Facebook as a schedulerAddresses using Facebook to promote your business and buy ad space on FacebookPut your best face forward and dive in to all the exciting new features that Facebook offers!Leah Pearlman and Carolyn Abram work at Facebook. They've created and launched many of the site's features. They know Facebook inside and out and contribute regularly to the company blog at blog.facebook.com.Making Everything Easier!Facebook® for Dummies2nd EditionLearn to:Create a Profile, navigate the site, and use privacy featuresFind friends and GroupsAdd applications and upload photos to your Facebook pageBuild a fan page or get the word out about an eventLeah PearlmanCarolyn AbramFacebook Product ManagersFacebook secrets revealed! Keep up with friends, family, classmates, and business contactsIs everybody on Facebook except you? Change that with this friendly guide. These Facebook experts show you how to set up your Profile, protect your privacy, find friends and family members, learn what's happening in their lives, and keep them up to date on yours. You can even improve your business life with Facebook— here's how!For the beginner— learn the rules, set up a Profile with your personal information, upload photos, and find friendsMake it work for you— tailor the Facebook system to deliver the updates you want and block out the restHere, you can write on the Wall— explore communication through personal posts, public comments, and photo sitesParticipate— discover and join groups that focus on activities you enjoyTake the lead— start your own group, plan an event, or find others who share a special interestPromote your business— use fan pages and ads to introduce your business to new customersOn the go— use Facebook mobile texts to stay connected while you're out and aboutHelp keep Facebook safe— report rules violations and activities that weaken the Facebook communityOpen the book and find:What you can and can't do on FacebookHow to find and connect with your friendsTips on navigating the sitePrivacy controls and how to use themAdvice for creating the perfect ProfileHow to schedule your life with FacebookIdeas for a business page that gets attentionGreat applications to try (Less)