NETWORKING Definition & Meaning

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networking

[ net-wur-king ]

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noun

a supportive system of sharing information and services among individuals and groups having a common interest:
Working mothers in the community use networking to help themselves manage successfully.
Digital Technology. the design, establishment, or utilization of a computer network.

adjective

of or relating to a network or networking: a networking brunch.
networking software;
a networking brunch.

networking

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noun

computing the interconnection of two or more networks in different places, as in working at home with a link to a central computer in an office
forming business connections and contacts through informal social meetings

adjective

of or for networking
networking systems

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of networking¹

First recorded in 1935–40; network + -ing ¹

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Mike McCue, the CEO of Flipboard, is convinced such innovation will result in a new era of social networking, where numerous new, more interesting types of social networks will emerge and offer people more choices.

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Bergamot’s 2025 edition introduces offstage activities and networking events for talent, including a “Boozy Bingo” industry lunch mixer on Wednesday.

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"The level of social networking, the pursuit of notoriety within the networks, and the speed of moving to the most extreme harms, is new and shocking."

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The Education Department said the nonprofit “purports to provide doctoral students with insights into obtaining a PhD and networking opportunities but limits eligibility based on the race of participants.”

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If you’ve been neglecting your network up to this point, it’s never too late to reach out to former colleagues, engage with industry groups and increase your activity on social networking sites.

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