In the last 20 years, wrestling has moved from your television, to VHS tapes, to DVDs, to digital media such as live streaming and YouTube. However, that's not the end.
The wrestling industry has become linked to social media sites such as Facebook, Myspace, Flickr, and Twitter. Droves of fans, wrestlers, and various members of promotion's staff have opened accounts on these sites to interact. Jeff Hardy's Twitter has been suspended (or perhaps deleted) due to his recent legal issues. Linda McMahon has decided to run for Senate next year, and opened a Twitter page along with a personal website for her campaign. Steve Corino, Stevie Richards (using his given name of Michael Manna), and Jimmy Cicero now have Facebook accounts. The Internet has revolutionized the way people can interact, and altered the way fans see wrestling. Ever wondered what's up with Matt Hardy's new pants? Tweet it and ask him! Want to discuss baseball with Corino? Leave him a note on his Facebook Wall!
Where will technology go next, and where will it take our beloved wrestling? Will wrestling continue to go where it is pushed? Only time will tell! In the words of Vince McMahon, "anything can happen."
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