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Using Connections V5.5Welcome to the IBM Connections V5.5 documentation, where you can find information about IBM Connections 5.5. IBM Connections is social networking software designed for the workplace. Its features help you to establish dynamic networks that connect you to the people and information you need to achieve your business goals.
ProfilesAccess the directory to find people and learn about their projects, skills, and interests. When you find a person with the expertise that you need, add them to your network. Update your own profile to keep your personal information like contact details and photo current.
Grow your networkCreate a network of colleagues and useful contacts. Invite people to join your network by sending them an invitation, or accept invitations to become part of another person's network.

Grow your network

Create a network of colleagues and useful contacts. Invite people to join your network by sending them an invitation, or accept invitations to become part of another person's network.

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You do not need to be in Profiles to add someone to your network. You can connect to people directly from the profile business card in any of the IBM® Connections applications. For example, use someone's business card to add them to your network. You might see a person's business card in one of the following situations:

Run a search that includes their profile is returned as part of search results
You are members of the same community as someone

Note: There is no notification to alert you when someone accepts or rejects an invitation to join your network.

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