New media terminology

Here are some new media terminology that you might find useful:

Digital Media

  1. Viral: A piece of content that spreads rapidly online, often through social media.
  2. Meme: A humorous image, video, or piece of text that is copied and spread rapidly online.
  3. Influencer: An individual who has built a large following on social media and uses their influence to promote products or services.
  4. Content Creator: An individual who creates and shares content online, often through social media or blogs.
  5. Digital Native: A person who has grown up with digital technology and is comfortable using it.

Social Media

  1. Algorithm: A set of rules that determines what content is displayed to a user on a social media platform.
  2. Hashtag: A keyword or phrase preceded by the "#" symbol, used to categorize and make content discoverable on social media.
  3. Engagement: The interaction between a user and a piece of content, such as likes, comments, and shares.
  4. Follower: A user who has chosen to receive updates from another user's social media account.
  5. Inbox: A user's personal mailbox on a social media platform, where they receive messages and notifications.

Online Communities

  1. Forum: A online discussion board where users can share ideas and opinions.
  2. Reddit: A social news and discussion website where users can share content and participate in online communities.
  3. Subreddit: A community within Reddit that focuses on a specific topic or interest.
  4. Discord: A communication platform designed for communities, often used by gamers and other groups.
  5. Slack: A communication platform designed for teams and communities, often used by businesses and organizations.

Digital Culture

  1. Slay: To excel or dominate at something, often used to describe someone's online presence or skills.
  2. Savage: To be brutally honest or sarcastic, often used to describe someone's online behavior.
  3. Tea: Gossip or juicy information, often shared online.
  4. Lowkey/Highkey: To express a subtle or intense feeling about something, often used to describe one's emotions or opinions.
  5. Salty: To be bitter or resentful, often used to describe someone's online behavior.

E-commerce and Online Shopping

  1. E-commerce: The buying and selling of goods and services online.
  2. Affiliate Marketing: A form of online marketing where an individual earns commissions by promoting products or services.
  3. Dropshipping: A retail fulfillment method where a store does not keep products in stock, but instead purchases them from a third-party supplier.
  4. Influencer Marketing: A form of marketing where brands partner with influencers to promote their products or services.
  5. Omnichannel: A retail strategy that integrates multiple sales channels, such as online and offline, to provide a seamless customer experience.

I hope these terms are helpful!