Matching systems
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Aliases: Networking systems, Online networking sites, Matching software
Broadly defined, a matching system is a software system that helps to match those looking for/wanting/seeking a particular thing/skill//etc. with those who are able to provide that thing.
Examples:
| Classifieds sites | eBay, Craig's List | matches those looking to buy/obtain a particular product/object with those who are trying to sell/give away that thing |
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| Singles/dating sites | eHarmony, etc. | matches those looking for someone to date with others who are looking for someone to date |
| Job sites | monster.com | matches employers who are looking for employees with would-be employees who are looking for an employer |
| Volunteer opportunity sites | http://www.volunteermatch.org/ | matches would-be volunteers with those organizations who are looking for volunteers |
