Why Twitter?

This document traces the evolution of microblogging from 1999 when people shared updates about their daily lives to 2004 when photo sharing became popular. In 2005, videos were also shared. By 2007, people were sharing frequent minute-by-minute updates about their day including their pets' behaviors. The document then introduces Twitter as a microblogging platform where users share 140 character updates through the web, apps, or text messages. It notes that Twitter allows you to choose who to follow rather than recipients of your messages. Finally, it provides tips for using Twitter including interacting with others and examples of how Twitter can be used like tracking events, following influencers, building community, and more.