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Web 2.0 has been described as being the next evolutionary step in the development of the web. It’s basic concept revolves around the idea of building web-based communities through social networking, social bookmarking, photo and video sharing websites.

The wikipedia definition of Web 2.0 gives an excellent outline of the true definition of this second generation of web based community websites.

Out of all the Web 2.0 sites out there, YouTube is without a doubt one of the market leaders in the rise of the Web 2.0 phenomena. It’s popularity has been meteoric from it’s initial conception in 2005. One year on in 2006 saw it become part of the mighty Google stable. The idea behind YouTube, like many successful web apps, is simple. Users can upload their short movie clips for others to search for and watch.

One of the biggest fans of YouTube is my two year old son. He is train and tractor mad and absolutely loves the extensive library of movie clips that’s available at the touch of a couple of search terms. His enthusiasm for watching movie clips on YouTube prompted my to think about my all time favorite clips which I thought I’d share with you.

1. All Online Data Lost After Internet Crash!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4vDClhnJjs
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