Social Networking Site Use in Two Distinct Cultures: Differences in Self-Presentation

Al Beayeyz, G. Harden, Kwabena G. Boakye

Research output: Contribution to conferencePresentation

Abstract

The popularity of social networking sites continues to grow worldwide with varying acceptance in different regions. This study examines culture and gender effects on SNS use by comparing users from Saudi Arabia, a culture known for conservative religious values, to users from the United States, an individualistic culture.
Original languageAmerican English
StatePublished - Nov 17 2012
EventRefereed Research Paper in the Proceedings of the Decision Sciences Institute -
Duration: Nov 17 2012 → …

Conference

ConferenceRefereed Research Paper in the Proceedings of the Decision Sciences Institute
Period11/17/12 → …

Disciplines

  • Business Administration, Management, and Operations
  • Operations and Supply Chain Management

Keywords

  • Differences in culture
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Self-presentation
  • Social networking
  • Social networking sites
  • United States

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