Halo Vs The Bee's.

Isn’t it crazy how a computer game can control the mind of a human being? From the non-stop gaming teenagers, to the to the casual gamers. There is no doubt that the release of the X box was a godsend. From the release of the Halo 2 in July 2004 the huge fan groups have joined together to create a society. The increasing popularity for war games have twisted the minds of all gaming fans, thriving of the fact of brutal fighting games to empower their computing minds.

But there is always a twist to such a great plan. This twist was Jane McGonagall, the founder of I love bees. So why is a war game linked to bee’s? This is the question, which is twisting everyone’s mind. From living in the future in the 26^th Century to learning about various different natures of Bees and the way in which they live in a community.

From the advertisement malfunction on the ending credits of Halo 2 to the hacked I love bees website there was a huge amount of controversy on how a game can be linked to such a boring website showing the love of bees from a middle aged female. This was only the start of the mission, various different subliminal messages were passed on to the gaming fans to where they had to locate various different telephone calls around America to then continue on to the search of Halo 2’s latest twist. Only a few gamers were privileged to continue the treasure hunt to get their hands on the game days before the initial release. Hundreds of gamers fulfilled the guidelines of the hunt for Halo 2 and were rewarded an evening which would take the breathe away of any fan of Halo. Becoming an army on the futuristic game and fighting against the opposing teams on a huge cinema theatre screen.

So why the treasure hunt rather than just waiting a few more days? Many people wished to be a part of a craze which travelled all over America, to be a part of the virtual game. Many gamers dream of being a part of a game so therefore from completing various tasks and maps to find the "treasure" ensured dreams were for filled.

The Pro's and Con's of Social Networking.

In the world that we live in, the internet plays a huge role in the way we live today. From the quirky emails from friends and family to running a business which caters for companies all over the world. So are network societies really a good invention or just another website of pointless opinions?

From the stay at home mums to the business men in cities, every individual has the ability of being a part of a network society. Many people feel that these websites are a way of voicing opinions on topics which may not be accepted in the community of which they live in. Many people use social networking sites as they are quick, easy, and effective on putting your point of view across. Although there are many celebrities and business orientated individuals on network societies there is no democracy or discriminations to race or sex, therefore any individual is able to voice  their opinions. Network Societies are also a way in which advertisement can be published all over the world, as well as targeting various audiences. Network societies are a great way in promoting freedom of speech and enabling every social class to have an input of the world of social networking. Many people have different views on Network Societies, whether they are positive or negative, there is no doubt, that they are an amazing way in which people can engage in topical debates with people which may either have a barrier of communication or accessibility. 

Network Societies are not only a great way in which opinions can be voiced, but there are always negatives to such a great invention. On a few occasions inappropriate footage can be posted on network societies, which could either be offensive or not appropriate for other viewers. Although social networks are a good way of publishing various events and personal feelings, these websites have been known to become addictive resulting in an individual feeling that the site must be accessible all of the time. This can result in people communicating only over the Internet and not to individuals face to face. Copyright is always a huge downfall for the internet and not only social networking sites. People which state various different opinions can sometimes stumble over copyright laws which could either result in a fine or even imprisonment. Many people feel that social networking sites are a very open site where there is no privacy given to individuals voicing their opinions.

So are social networking sites really that useful or just a place where people can waste their days communicating and voicing their opinions through a keyboard?