According to the LinkedIn Web site, “LinkedIn is an interconnected network of experienced professionals from around the world.” The site says that through its usage, “You can find, be introduced to, and collaborate with qualified professionals that you need to work with to accomplish your goals.”

As of mid-February, LinkedIn touted more than 35 million members in over 200 countries and territories around the world; a new member joins approximately every second, and executives from all Fortune 500 companies are LinkedIn members.