network1 media n. way of distributing or sharing programme content across several separate television stations, especially in relation to news. mmo
network society media n. forms of social organization that have been made possible by the internet and the digitally coded exchange of information. Prime examples of the network society in action may be seen in social media such as Facebook and Twitter, but also in the use of personal blogs, instant messaging and email. Together these allow for the creation of online communities that metaphorically congregate around particular issues and interests on an occasional and informal basis. Characteristics of the network society include interactivity, informal non-hierarchical modes of organization and the use of microelectronic telecommunications for its basic infrastructure. mmo
