Hobby Networks

A hobby refers to any activity that people indulge in to pass time in a productive and interesting manner or at leisure. Because people’s interests differ, there is an array of hobby activities, which sometimes turn into a way to generate income. Steven M. Gelber states that in the 19th century, hobbies evolved into leisure activities. The newer concept of a hobby network refers to an online platform where people having similar hobbies can converse and showcase their talents. Organized as a union of like-minded people, these networks provide opportunities for people to meet those who have similar interests and to share their crafts and creativity. The evolution of hobby networks can be considered an aspect of Web 2.0 and the increasing social prospects on ...