There have been a number of front-page articles and diaries about the use of Twitter by Kossacks. While some find Twitter annoying, I find it an efficient tool for keeping up-to-date with friends and contacts, and sharing important breaking news.
I'm thus taking a shot at creating a place for two key functions:
- Posting your Twitter ID to create a central Kos Twitter directory;
- Sharing tips for making the most of Twitter with special syntax such as #hashtags, third-party sites such as Monitter.com, or applications such as Tweetddeck.
So why do I use Twitter? Because I find it fun and helpful.
During major local or international news events, it can be especially helpful for sharing breaking news. For example, Twitter proved to be the most useful tool for getting updates about and images of the Hudson River plane crash. During weather or other regional emergencies, it's a hyperefficient way of sharing key info.