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heman
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How many guys out here do orkutting?
How many guys out here do orkutting?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the concept of "orkutting," a term related to the social networking site Orkut. Participants share their experiences, knowledge, and questions about the platform, including its popularity and membership demographics.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants indicate they are members of Orkut but do not visit the site anymore.
- One participant references Google Trends to suggest that Orkut is primarily popular in Brazil, with lesser popularity in Iran and Pakistan.
- Another participant disputes the claim about global membership, asserting that there are members from various countries but questioning the site's overall significance.
- A participant expresses confusion about the term "orkutting," seeking clarification on what it entails.
- There is a request for an invitation to join Orkut, indicating interest in exploring the platform firsthand.
- One participant explains that Orkut is similar to other social networking sites like Friendster or MySpace, highlighting the invitation-only sign-up process.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants exhibit disagreement regarding the global popularity of Orkut and its membership demographics. While some assert it is mainly popular in specific countries, others argue that it has a more diverse membership.
Contextual Notes
Participants reference external sources like Google Trends, which may have limitations in accurately reflecting the current state of Orkut's popularity and user base. The discussion also reveals varying levels of familiarity with the platform.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals interested in social networking trends, the history of online communities, or those curious about Orkut specifically may find this discussion relevant.
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Lisa!
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I am a member but I don't visit that site anymore!
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Rach3
http://www.google.com/trends?q=orkut
Seems to be a recent trend (2 years old), only popular in Brazil. (distant 2nd, Iran and Pakistan).
Seems to be a recent trend (2 years old), only popular in Brazil. (distant 2nd, Iran and Pakistan).
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Lisa!
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No, there are members from all over the world! silly site anyway...
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Moonbear
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What is orkutting? I never even heard the term before.
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Rach3
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Lisa!
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no, what? I said it has members fro other countries and didn't mean it's popular all over the world!Rach3 said:
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heartless
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is it really true that most of the orkut members is from Brazil, Iran, Pakistan?
I'd like to know it
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can anyone invite me to Orkut, I'd like to check out myself?
I'd like to know it
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can anyone invite me to Orkut, I'd like to check out myself?
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heman
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okay i can invite...pm me yours email address..
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jimmydelgado777
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Moonbear said:
It's like Friendster or myspace but the difference is to get signed up you have to be invited by someone who's an orkut member. You just can't sign up. It's essentially a networking community.
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