This document provides an overview of various Web 2.0 tools and how they can be used for different purposes such as communication, collaboration, organizing information, and education. It describes tools like blogs, wikis, social networks and describes how each can be used for purposes like marketing, networking, sharing information, and training. Examples of specific tools are given for each category like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Docs, YouTube, and iTunes.

2. Document HostingWork is stored online, available anywhere with an internet connectionAfter uploading a presentation, you will have a URL, which allows embedding it to a website or blog or facebook, or share it with colleagues*Google Docs http://docs.google.comWeb based word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, form and data storageAllows you to create and edit document online while collaborating in real-time with other users*SlideShare http://www.slideshare.netAllows you to upload, view, comment, and share your documents or presentationsSearch for a topic to look at the presentations of others, eg., Occupational Health

3. Social NetworksHelp you connect with people to get their opinion on a certain topic, as a means to manage knowledge, and disseminate peer-to-peer knowledge.Share ideas, links, and even content*Facebookhttp://www.facebook.comSet up ‘pages’ or ‘groups’MarketingUpdates on new developmentsNetworking / post in a forum*Twitter http://twitter.comCross between blogging and instant messageQuick updates / news reportingMarketingfollows people and you are followedBlogs WordPress http://wordpress.orgKeep people informed / keep them updatedMarketingSharing ideasLinkedIn http://www.linkedin.comNetworking /Making new business connections Search for your business interest – eg., ‘safety’ – you will find others you may want to communicate to

5. Carefully control your listing to make sure it works for you and your project.

6. Check with HR and IT to make sure the company rules are being followed.