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Social Media Basics

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    Introduction to social media

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    Get started with social networks

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    Communicating using social networks

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    Stay safe on social networks

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    Protect your privacy on social networks

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    Etiquette and libel on social networks

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    Share photos and videos with friends and family

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    Organise events with social networks

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    Join groups and pages, forums and clubs

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