Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook in 2004
Mark Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook in 2004
Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook from Harvard in 2004. The platform quickly expanded beyond college campuses. Facebook's rapid growth marked a significant shift in social media trends.
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Facebook, initially launched from Zuckerberg's Harvard dorm, grew to become a global social media giant.
Understanding Facebook's origins helps appreciate its impact on social media evolution.
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