Influence of Social Networking in Electronic Product Design: Design in the 21st Century

Social Networking has become the ?buzz phrase? of the moment. There are many different networks, offering similar or different services but one thing they all have in common is a direct impact on individuals lives and therefore our societies and culture. The focus of this study is to determine the effect that the rise of online Social Networks has on the Design Industry. Conclusions have been reached as to the main effects, both positive and negative aspects of the effects and recommendations for the future.