The document discusses blogs, including what they are, how they are used, who blogs, why people blog, and the impact of blogging on traditional journalism. Blogs are websites arranged in reverse chronological order that are frequently updated by bloggers. They are used for personal purposes like sharing thoughts and professionally for purposes like promoting businesses. Many types of people blog, including students, businesspeople, and journalists. People blog to share ideas, keep others updated, socialize, and gain insight. Blogging has impacted traditional journalism by allowing a more democratic environment for opinions and faster information sharing. For example, The Guardian newspaper has blogs that discuss and impact its content.