Blogging

What is a blog?

The word “blog” is the most popular word on the internet today. Simply put … a blog, which is a short term for web log, is:-

• a place where one can put one’s thoughts on
• a place where one can share one’s opinion about something
• a place for people to read and gather as much information as they need.

Blogs can be categorized as:-

1.         Personal Blogs:

A blog can be used as an online public diary or journal where people can post entries about their personal experiences and hobbies or activities for others to read. It gives everyone the ability to share information and opinions widely.

2.         Business Blogs:

Blogs are also used for various purposes such as online marketing tools, media publishing, commercial productivity tools and mass collaboration.

Blogs are easy for people to use and update and it allow social exchange and communication between individuals or organizations. Some people use blogs as a research link. Blogs can be added to and updated from time to time from virtually anywhere.

Why Blog?

There are many reasons why people have blogs.

1.         To have an online journal. By having a blog, one can express just how one feels on his/her blog.

2.         To express an opinion about something. Just like an editor or a columnist, anyone can have a blog to express his/her opinion on a certain matter.

3.         To earn an income online. Blogging is a great way to earn some extra income online.

The best thing about blogging is that you do not need to have good writing skills or a diploma or a degree.