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Blogging Still Rules the Social Media Roost

Source: mark-evans

Jun 29, 2009

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Steve Rubel caused quite the stir last week when he proclaimed he was leaving blogging for lifestreaming and a focus on social networks - a stance he appears to have retreated on already.

Not surprisingly, it led to some people to wonder whether blogging is passe if a high-profile and well-known blogger is abandoning ship. Computer World’s Sharon Machlis opined that:

Blogging doesn’t necessarily feel over the hill to me, but it’s certainly not cutting edge or real-time anymore. It does feel slow compared to the more instant give and take of Twitter.

For people who have been blogging for awhile, the statement above is not a surprise given people immersed in the Web are always looking for new, shiny toys when they get tired of what’s in their digital toy boxes. There are many people who like the give and take of Twitter, but the reality Twitter takes far less time, effort or, frankly, thought.

But while blogging may not longer be seen as sexy, it’s still a powerful and effective platform for individuals and businesses. It’s a dynamic and interactive way to provide

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Comments (1)

Arkamel,

Jul 01, 2009

blogging platforms for all major blog service already have evolved to incorporate the live streaming from backwards connection and social networking so where is the "stir" that he have caused , don't see the point