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Question from Kayleigh: I’ve noticed that sometimes when I look at someone’s profile on Facebook there’s no “Add Friend” button.
I don’t know if it’s always been that way because I just started noticing it a few days ago.
Is there a way to hide the “Add Friend” button from my own profile? If so, how do I do it? [Read more…]
Well, an old familiar Facebook hoax is making the rounds again.
This time around it’s being spread primarily via chat and instant messages, and unfortunately it seems to be spreading like wildfire.
As usual, there are several variations of this scam, and you will probably end up receiving several of them before this round of the scam runs its course.
But the above being said, the text typically reads something like this: [Read more…]
Have you have ever posted a birthday wish to a Facebook friend’s Timeline only to find out they had passed away?
If so, you know how embarrassing that can be.
Even worse, it can often be painful for a deceased person’s family members to see birthday wishes from people who weren’t aware of the person’s passing show up on his/her Timeline.
Once an account has been memorialized, Facebook will no longer send birthday reminders to the deceased user’s friends. [Read more…]
The Internet has spread its wings across the entire planet and is an indispensable part of our modern lives. For almost three decades, we have reaped the benefits of virtual information and staying connected online.
Amidst this vast digital landscape, writing services have emerged, offering tailored writing assistance to those in need. Many turn to an essay pro review to ensure they are making an informed choice, relying on the experiences of others to navigate the myriad of online resources effectively.
This trend skyrocketed with the emergence of the first social network in 2004, Facebook.
Today, over 2 billion users log onto Facebook daily to interact, check what their friends and family members are doing, or market a product. Also, students find networking sites increasingly beneficial for their private and professional life. Thanks to smartphones, they can check what’s trending on the go and even land a decent job.
And while people tend to believe that social media is a waste of time, the truth is different. Facebook can positively impact students living in this virtually-enhanced era. It is critical for acknowledging individual features, shaping careers, and forging life-long friendships.
Here are the top five advantages you should be aware of when opening a Facebook account: [Read more…]
Update: This one is making the rounds yet again. Beware…
If you’ve been using Facebook for a while you surely know that scams abound on that site.
And as the latest scam proves, the scammers are getting bolder all the time.
And as you will soon see, this one is nothing more than straight-up fraud.