New Media by Ayesha Azam

 The differences between a Blog vs a Wiki is how users approach the way of using them. For instance, in a blog, users cans write a post about a certain topic and other users can contribute to the post and develop it more with their own opinions is more of a free write, so users feel they have more control over what they say, where as in a wiki, it is more of a collaborative approach between people where they can add, develop, and edit content but in a more professional manner. For example, companies use Wikis in order to transmit information which was stated in the article "How To Use Wiki for Business" and they way a blog was used in "Brooklyn Blog Helps Lead to Drug Raid", which was a neighborhood blog where neighbors within the area were able to make posts about that topic. Although both have their differences, the common ground that they have is, it gives users the ability to contribute their thoughts and knowledge. I believe blogs can be used for collaboration ...

      The topic I chose to write my analysis is on : "Instagram: Reality vs Fantasy". As years go by, technology is evolving and so is our usage over them. I've specifically chosen the social media app Instagram because it has been one of the most used apps in recent years but not only that, it's also a form of media that has been very questionable as well when it comes to distinguishing what's reality and what's fantasy. There are many positive effects from this app which have impacted peoples daily lives, where as there have also been an uprise in negative effects in peoples lives, mental health and so on. I will elaborate on both sides much more in my whole writing piece and also talk about the different types of users and their types of posts, for example the average high-school/college student compared to a social media influencer. There will be further detail about photoshopping, picture editing, sponsorships, and etc. which all tie back to my title and ...