Social networks are a natural tool for bringing together ________,people who engage in similar work,and ________,people who share enthusiasm for a particular product or activity.
A)private networks; public networks
B)virtual network societies; dilettantes
C)communities of practice; communities of interest
D)intra-disciplinary conclaves; product champions
E)community groups; marketing mavens

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The concept of "communities of practice" refers to groups of people who share a profession or field of work and can come together to collaborate and learn from each other on a social network. Similarly, "communities of interest" can bring together people who share a common interest or passion, such as a hobby or a product. Therefore, C adequately describes the two types of communities that social networks can facilitate. The other answer choices are either too specific or not relevant to the context.

Social Networks Are a Natural Tool for Bringing Together ________,People