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Web 2.0; Web 2.0 is term that was introduced in 2004 and refers to the second generation of the Web. The term "2.0" comes from the software industry but the new generation of the Web includes new features and abilities that were not available in the past. Web 2.0 is mainly to do with technology improvements and changes. Web 2.0 has become a lot more social as it a lot easier to share information on social networking sites such as Facebook. As the sites continue to grow, more features are added, building off the technologies in place.  Blogs also known as Web logs, these allow users to post thoughts and updates about their life on the Web. Sites like Wikipedia and others enable users from around the world to add and update online content.

Blogs; It is a short term for "Web Log," this term refers to a list of personal information posted on a Web page. Anybody who knows how to create and publish a Web page can publish their own blog. Some Web hosts have made it even easier by creating an interface where users can simply type a text entry and hit "publish" to publish their blog.

Because of how simple it is to create a blog, many people often young kids and adults have found a new lifestyle on the Web. Now days it is a lot more common than people share their personal feelings and experiences with thousands of people around the world than keeping them to their selves. This creates a lot friendly and commutative world where people can talk and share anything they want with anyone. Blogs are typically updated daily, monthly, or anywhere in between.

Online applications; These are used by people who are on the internet. These applications can mainly only be used by people who are connected to the internet. A good example would be ‘YouTube’ as you can only watch there videos if you are connected to the internet.

Cloud computing; Cloud computing refers to applications and services offered over the Internet. These services are offered from data centers all over the world, which collectively are referred to as the "cloud." The idea of the cloud simplifies the many network connections and computer systems in the world. Many network diagrams use the image of a cloud to represent the Internet. This symbolizes the Internet's broad reach, while simplifying its complexity. Any user with an Internet connection can access the cloud and the services it provides. Examples of cloud computing include online backup services, social networking services such as Twitter. Cloud computing also includes online applications, such as those offered through Microsoft Online Services.