Virtual Communities: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications

Virtual communities have the potential to revolutionize all aspects of modern life, as individuals and groups conduct a significant amount of business and personal networking in online environments. Virtual Communities: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications thoroughly investigates the development, design, and utilization of virtual organizations and communities and the resulting impact of these venues. This four-volume reference source offers research on the foundation and future of social networking, human-computer interaction, and innumerable applications of virtual worlds, making it an essential addition to any library’s collection.