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What is up with the number symbol (#) on twitter and facebook updates?
11-10-2012, 12:36 AM
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What is up with the number symbol (#) on twitter and facebook updates?
I don't get it and it's been driving me nuts. Here's a quote from Lady Gaga on Amy Winehouse death: “RIP to the amazing #amywinehouse. Such a talented singer.” ?? I have seen updates like these as well, "#new kicks on a saturday morning" ??
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11-10-2012, 12:44 AM
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Hashtags. Twitter hashtags #, before a word help in categorizing Twitter search.
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