What is a Facebook

Facebook is a social media platform that allows users to connect with friends, family, and other people who share similar interests. It was founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and has since become one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, with over 2.9 billion monthly active users.
On Facebook, users can:
  • Create a personal profile with information such as name, location, and interests
  • Add friends and family to their network
  • Share updates, photos, and videos with their network
  • Join groups based on common interests
  • Follow pages from businesses, organizations, and public figures
  • Use messaging services like Messenger and WhatsApp
  • Use features like Marketplace to buy and sell items
  • Play games and use other apps
Facebook has also expanded to include other services, such as:
  • Instagram (a photo and video sharing platform)
  • WhatsApp (a messaging app)
  • Facebook Watch (a video streaming service)
  • Facebook Marketplace (an e-commerce platform)
Overall, Facebook aims to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together.