Socailly Interesting or Technologically Boring?-3

Shirky’s statement, "What matters here isn't technical capital; it's social capital. These tools don't get socially interesting until they get technologically boring" could mean a lot of different things. I interpret this statement meaning that the social media we find so fascinating is something that is so boring to the tech world. For example, Twitter is a huge social media network. Almost everyone I know has a Twitter or at least knows what that is. We find that posting continuous updates about our lives is something so interesting, but in reality it’s technologically boring. There isn’t anything technologically interesting about this social media. What is interesting is that you can stay connected with people all over the world. I follow my family in Michigan and my friends in France. It is a cool way to stay connected without always having to talk to the person. I also think that Facebook, when used right, is a great way to keep in touch with people all around the world. Not only is Facebook used to keep in touch with friends and family, it is also a great way to share news. I have read numerous articles about subjects I would have never seen unless my friend posted about them. The Sandy Hook school shooting was all over the news but I was at a hair appointment at the time and saw the news on Facebook. These social media networks have become a way of sharing real news that is happening all around the world. They each have become a part of the reading revolution. We have found ways to share news with everyone without having to take the time to tell each person individually. It’s made the world seem a tad bit smaller and a whole lot closer than before.