History: Social Interaction

            !Social Interaction tab
{DIV(float=right,width="200px")}^::Related Topics::
* ((Social Networks))
* ((Connect))
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;__Overview__:Use to create a system where users can become connected
;__To Access__:From the ((Community|Community Admin)) page, click the __Social Interaction__ tab.

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!!Friendship Network
* Friend's ((PluginActivityStream)) on the Friendship Network page (requires some configuration)
* Friend List module can be used anywhere to manage friends or followers
* __Internal:__ Functionality exposed as services to allow lightweight integration into other features

!!! General Description
The Friendship Network is a system where we may ask our fellow Tiki users to be part of our direct contacts. Helping to create a connected community.

!!! Key Function and sub-features
Allows members to request communication. If the request is answered then you will be added to the persons "Friends" list.

* A new menu "Community" is created, with the correct perms this allows you to see the member list.
* A sub menu "Friendship Network" takes you to your friend list.
* Posts by your friends will have a friend icon
* At the users profile there is a "This user is your friend" note.


!!! Typical Uses
This could be used in a large community to help get people connected.
Used in conjunction with the trackers this could be a powerful way for people to connect.
*Arranging events
*Finding friends

When invited into a user's network, you will receive a Tiki Message (in your ((MyAccount))) area, similar to the following:
{CODE()}
From: Webkeeper
To: jamesoftopiya
Cc:
Subject:
You're invited to join my network of friends!
Date:
Mon 09 of Aug, 2004
Go to your friendship network to accept or refuse this request
{CODE}


(alias(Friendship Network))