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Social networking (56 programs)

  1. PROS: Includes lots of stock lists to create yours. Many filters and options to create personal lists. Very easy to use. Self-updating lists.
    CONS: Lists take a while to generate. Only accepts a few new users every day.
  2. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Tailored information for the user. Good integration with Facebook and Twitter. Lots of categories.
    CONS: Atmoshpere is humorless.
  3. License
    Trial version
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Huge database of users. IM chatting and e-mail possible. Detailed search tool. Lots of photos.
    CONS: Chat and e-mail only available in Premium. Not all members add photos.
  4. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy to create and manage sites. Few details needed to register. Make sites public or private.
    CONS: Limited control over page design. Slinkset sites have few features.
  5. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Very simple to use. Huge variety of groups. Offers many ways to connect. Integration with social media sites.
    CONS: Lacks privacy options.
  6. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Huge CV database. Lets you search for jobs. Get recommendations. Great for HR.
    CONS: Not many internal communication tools.
  7. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Intelligent personality matching system. Ask questions using JUST Ask. Ranks best matches.
    CONS: Can't view photos for free.
  8. License
    Paid
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy to set up networks. Lots of help. Good configuration options.
    CONS: Not very advanced.
  9. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Huge database of books. Active user community. Easy to use. Record lots of information about titles on your bookshelf. Groups and friend lists.
    CONS: You can't download books. Comments aren't filtered by language.
  10. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Simple sign-up process. Easy to use. Lots of fun games. Customizable avatar.
    CONS: Some content may offend. Lacks live chat functions. Many services come with a fee.
  11. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Excellent recommendations. Easy to join. Seeing your unique charts is cool!.
    CONS: Too many 30 second previews.
  12. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Customizable profile page. Tons of music. Good privacy controls.
    CONS: Under developed communication and sharing tools. Profiles can get ugly!.
  13. PROS: Lots to do. Share your creations. Easy to start.
    CONS: Requires lots of time. Promotes a very consumerist lifestyle.
  14. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Very customizable. Suitable for younger users. Well developed apps and games. Integrates with Twitter, Facebook, etc.
    CONS: Losing users. Too young for many users. Not very stylish.
  15. License
    Free
    Language
    English
    Platform
    web-apps
    PROS: Easy to use. Detailed personal profiles. Plenty of available actions. Free messaging. Customizable recommendations algorithm.
    CONS: Privacy concerns.
  16. PROS: Highly customizable. Fun games. Thriving forum. Watch videos with others.
    CONS: Confusing to navigate at times. Buying new items can become addictive.

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