CONTEST & Winners! Choices! What will it be? #35
Introduction |
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The at sign, sometimes referred to as the "@" symbol or the commercial at, has developed from a humble character used in accounting to a widely used symbol in the digital age. Its path started in the sixteenth century when merchants used it as a way to indicate price or measurement units. But the introduction of electronic communication brought about its actual revolution.
Important of " @" |
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"@" is important in many different contexts. Its primary purpose is to serve as a crucial component of email addresses, giving users a unique identity amidst the multitude of online personas. Through the vastness of the internet, the sign ensures that messages are received by their intended receivers, facilitating smooth communication.
STEEMIT and other social media platforms have made "@" a potent engagement tool. When you mention someone, they are notified and a direct connection to their profile or account is created by adding "@" to their username. In a virtual environment where interactions could otherwise be exhausting, this encourages cooperation, communication, and connection.
lets use steemit as an example (I invite @nsijoro @sirexcellence01 @bossj23 to participate in this contest hosted by @patjewell ) the 4 people I added @ to their username will get notification instantly. that is the power of "@"
uses of " @" |
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1 The "@" character is used in some programming languages, including Python, to make code easier to read and understand. It is now interchangeable with decorators, a tool for expressively and concisely changing functions or methods.
2 "@" has become synonymous with the term "handle" in online forums and social media. Users often refer to their username or profile name preceded by "@" as their handle. This practice aids in tagging and referencing individuals in digital conversations, enabling a sense of identity in an otherwise vast and anonymous online world. @ has a lot of uses but I will stop here..
conclusion |
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The "@" symbol has grown beyond its simple beginnings to become an integral part of modern digital communications. "@" has become a standard in many facets of modern life, from email convenience to social media etiquette, improving code readability, and even impacting pricing norms. Its development highlights how flexible symbols are in the dynamic field of human communication.
Hi dear friend Your presentation is great, must recommend your presentation,@ is really a valuable tool, even here in steemit platform, and it is also a standard form of modern Life. From your post, l realize that @has a lot of function and uses.
I wish you best wishes in contests.
Thanks dears friend 😊
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It is true that the symbol @ is often used in so many other sectors.
What I have seen here in South Africa is businesses using the @ as part of the name of their business.
@home (Home products)
@shop (China shop)
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