What is Facebook?
Facebook is the world's largest social networking platform, founded by Mark Zuckerberg in 2004 at Harvard University. Originally called "The Facebook," it started as a college networking site and has grown into a global phenomenon with over 3 billion monthly active users worldwide.
The platform allows users to create personal profiles, connect with friends and family, share photos and videos, join groups, follow pages, and discover content tailored to their interests. Facebook has become an integral part of modern digital communication and social interaction.
Key Facebook Features:
- • Personal profiles and timelines
- • News feed and content sharing
- • Messaging and video calls
- • Groups and communities
- • Business pages and advertising
- • Marketplace for buying/selling
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