Facebook: More than a social network site

We all know what social network sites are. The term social network is not a new term, not a new idea. But it’s really the way people take an old idea and make it into something new is what really takes the cake.

Online social network Facebook is more than just a social network site where you interact with friends; in fact, Facebook’s real pull isn’t because of its smooth layout and easy user interface, but its countless applications.

Facebook is studded with hundreds of applications (mostly mini games) that attract people of all ages. There are also online quizzes that measure IQ, personality and general information. There are also fan pages for almost anything from Milk to Bradd Pitt. These plethora of extras and add ons is what puts the site above its competitors and peers.