By — PBS News Hour PBS News Hour Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/facebook Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter The Rise of Facebook Science May 18, 2012 4:30 PM EDT Founded in 2005, Facebook’s social network has changed our relationships with friends, family and co-workers, created a new playground for politics, and altered the rules for media, culture and advertising. This timeline chronicles the evolution of the social media giant. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — PBS News Hour PBS News Hour
Founded in 2005, Facebook’s social network has changed our relationships with friends, family and co-workers, created a new playground for politics, and altered the rules for media, culture and advertising. This timeline chronicles the evolution of the social media giant. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now