I’ve been searching around for the perfect tool to create a social network. While I could use facebook, I’m tired of the errors and actual facebook snooping. I like my privacy.
I’ve tried php/mysql server apps such as dolphin and elgg on my server, but these are so time consuming and tedious. Seriously, I have a business to run and I don’t have time to fight people trying to destroy my social network or people logging in to scam others nor do I have an extra $100,000 to pay an IT person or two.
Then I found Ning. With this site I can create a social network, add widgets, add forums, blogs, etc. People can add their own flair and have fun. The only issue for me right now is that it is a monthly fee of around $25.00 per month. While this is much better than paying two IT people, it’s just another added cost to my growing business funds.
I am only going to hold on to the Ning account if people are active. I’ve been looking for something that my conservative business friends and I can babble about business, buying, and politics all day long without the worry that facebook will slam us for advertising. Ning allows me to do this.
If I do hold on to it then I will review it at a deeper level. I’ve got to add other members first and get their opinions as well. So join us! http://geekmom.ning.com (no longer active)
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