Social networking involves connecting people through shared interests and activities. It allows people to develop networks of friends and associates. Facebook is a major social networking platform that allows users to create profiles, share content and media, and connect with friends and others. It was founded in 2004 and has grown tremendously, now with over 800 million users who spend 700 billion minutes per month on the site. The platform provides advantages for social connection and sharing information but also risks from oversharing private details.