Plant, Robert (January 2004). "Online communities". Technology in Society. 26: 51–65. doi:10.1016/j.techsoc.2003.10.005.

This article provides an overview of online communities and their social and cultural significance. The author discusses the various types of online communities, such as interest-based communities and social networking sites, as well as the role of online communities in shaping identities and social interactions. The article also explores the benefits and challenges of online communities, such as the potential for social support and the risks of social isolation and exclusion