MySpace is one of the most popular and oldest social networking sites in existence on the Internet.  It started out as something small and grew as more users began joining and spreading the world.  It became the place to stay connected and talk with friends and more.  Over time, MySpace began adding new features, such as blogging, communities and even an instant messaging function.  It also began focusing on event planning and even hosting events of their own, such as their secret concerts and comedy shows.

In order to sign up for MySpace, visit www.myspace.com.  If you get an invite for MySpace from any other address, it is a ploy to get user account information and passwords.  Only sign up for a profile at the official web address: www.myspace.com.  You want to click the Sign Up link once you are on the main page; then, from there, you will have to enter your e-mail address, a password, birthday, gender and the name you want to use.  Make sure your password is secure.  MySpace is one of the most phished web sites, so you want to be protected when signing up for an account there.  You will need to enter a CAPTCHA code to verify you are a real person, and then submit the form.  From there, MySpace will have you validate your e-mail and once done, you will be ready to create your MySpace profile.

Since MySpace has been around for so long, most users are more familiar with it than with using its primary competition: Facebook.  While both services offer just about the same features, MySpace holds the distinction amongst the social networking community for being the easiest place to reconnect with lost friends, family and others in life.  MySpace also has the dubious distinction of being associated with the less than savory side of the Internet.  However, users still flock to the site and add to its creativity and evolution in the social networking scheme.