First-point of entry (FPOE) method for multiple social networks and systems and methods for enabling users to interact democratically within open groups and for managing voting rights in an online social network environment

摘要

A First-Point Of Entry (FPOE) method for multiple social networks and systems & methods for enabling users to interact democratically within open groups and for managing voting rights in an online social network environment. When a user joins a new social network the FPOE system and method downloads the user's contributed information from a prior social network. The user's profile, connections and privileges from the prior social network are carried over to the new social network. Similarly, when a user updates his/her information, the new information automatically flows through the various social networks on the FPOE. Another aspect of the invention enables users to interact democratically and manage voting rights. A multilevel test is administered to new users to calculate valid points and various voting privileges are assigned accordingly.