Reasons for Americans to use social media

Social networking sites are appealing as a way to maintain contact with close ties and reconnect with old friends

This study shows the reasons of adult Americans using online social media tools. The survey shows different factors that influence usage and highlights social networking site users' desires to connect to other people.

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