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 Hannah Morgan comments on the value of using LinkedIn. She says, "Reaching far beyond the capacity of just a website for resumes, LinkedIn serves as a platform where people can communicate on a social and professional level, advancing their interests and opportunities in the process.<ref>Morgan, Hannah. "8 Ways to Amp Up Your Career Using LinkedIn." [http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/outside-voices-careers/2012/11/14/8-ways-to-amp-up-your-career-using-linkedin US News.], 14 Nov 2012. Web. 14 Nov 2012.</ref>
-While it may seem unnecessary for a college student to use LinkedIn, it is important to begin obtaining information about various industries so that upon graduation, the student will be ready to enter their field of choice. Demonstrating an understanding of an industry increases the chances of getting hired. The job market is increasingly competitive and, when armed with knowledge of a desired industry, a student is more likely to get the job desired.
+While it may seem unnecessary for a college student to use LinkedIn, it is important to begin obtaining information about various industries so that upon graduation, the student will be ready to enter the field of his or her choice. Demonstrating an understanding of an industry increases the chances of getting hired. The job market is increasingly competitive and, when armed with knowledge of a desired industry, a student is more likely to get the job desired.
 ==Job Hunting in the Digital Age==