Userpic

A userpic is a digital image which a user of a virtual community uses to represent themself. Users typically choose a self-portrait as their userpic to further develop their online identity. Since userpics may depict anything, they can also include personal artwork, photography, or symbols from pop culture.

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Along with unique usernames and questionnaire profiles, userpics are one of the most effective ways to personalize one's presence within an online social network.

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The term "avatar" is a more popular synonym for userpic among online role-playing communities, and in many internet forums. "Userpic" or "user pic," however, is common usage among social networks such as MySpace, Friendster, or LiveJournal.

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