For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
“BLOG.” A self-published diary or commentary on a particular topic that may allow visitors to post responses, reactions or comments. The term is short for “Web Log”.
“PAGE.” The specific portion of a social media website where content is displayed, and managed by an individual or individuals with administrator rights.
“POST.” Content an individual shares on a social media site or the act of publishing content on a site.
“PROFILE.” Information that a user provides about himself or herself on a social networking site.
“SOCIAL MEDIA.” A category of Internet-based resources that integrate user-generated content and user participation. This includes, but is not limited to, social networking sites (Facebook, Myspace), microblogging sites (Twitter, Nixie, WordPress), photo- and video- sharing sites (Flickr, YouTube, Instagram, Snap Chat, Photobucket), wikis (Wikipedia), blogs, news sites (Digg, Reddit), and professional networks (LinkedIn).
“SOCIAL NETWORKS.” Online platforms where users can create profiles, share information and socialize with others using a range of technologies.
“SPEECH.” Expression or communication of thoughts or opinions in spoken words, in writing, by expressive conduct, symbolism, photographs, videotape or related forms of communication.
“WEB 2.0." The second generation of the World Wide Web focused on shareable, user-generated content, rather than static web pages. Some use this term interchangeably with social medial.
“WIKI.” Web pages(s) that can be edited collaboratively.
(Ord. 02:2014, passed 2-10-14)