Where Knowledge Rules

The Benefits Of Zones

Zones are creative one-stop information pages that members construct about topics that interest them. Not only can you add your own text and images to Zones, you can also pull content from YouTube, Flicker, Google Maps, weather-forecast providers, Helium (articles, debates, polls, etc.) and a wide variety of other web sources.

We all know what a beneficial resource Helium is for writers and citizen journalists. Zones - the latest innovation from Helium - have been developed to open up the site to all creative types. Enjoy!


Channel Your Passions

At Helium, your interests are what make this site a success. Up until now members have only had the option to write about their favorite topics. Now, with Zones, you can take this passion to a whole new level, and you don't even need to write articles!

Love a certain literary genre? Create a Zone with reviews of your favorite novels, featuring book-cover images and author interviews, both in print and on video. A big fan of a particular film? Craft a Zone with movie stills, soundtrack samples and articles about the director, cast and script writers.

Passionate about something? Anything? Build a Zone and let the world know. You might be surprised at the number of people who stop by and leave comments. A Group might even be created around it.

From dogs to dogma, Silverstein to Shakespeare, philanthropy to Dr. Phil, Zones can be about any topic you choose. Be as specific or as general as you wish.

Zones are driven by you, our users. The best part? They are extremely user friendly.

Experience Network Effects

Helium offers you synergy through network effects: As more users join, the site becomes more useful to all members, which, in turn, makes it more attractive to new users.... Harness this power with Zones!

Build a Zone and you create a new focal point of information. Members who share your interest or passion will be drawn to it and may form a Group - a place where you can discuss your favorite topic and bounce ideas off each other.

Regardless of your goals on Helium, Zones offer a rewarding option. Link to your favorite articles, websites, videos, and much more - all in the name of knowledge. Get creative with your Zones, receive valuable feedback from passionate users, and have fun doing it!

The Bottom Line

As a member of Helium, we know you love knowledge. Zones take knowledge and put it in overdrive.

Build a Zone and you create a new and powerful way to impart knowledge to others. Not only that, but  you as Zone creator will learn more about the topic you're showcasing.

If nothing else, your Zone will be, at the very least, an interesting learning resource for everyone involved.
Journalist: John Murphy
Helium member since Jan 05, 09
Number of Zones: 7

Let Zones Work For You

Get Recognized!

Whether you want to create a Zone for your business, to showcase your expertise,  or display your knowledge on a topic of interest, Zones offer a free and effective form of marketing and advertising. Make your Zone your biggest selling point.

By inviting Helium members to view your Zone you open yourself up to a broader base of hundreds of thousands of potential customers and employers. Your Zone might even be chosen as one of the "Featured Zones" on our Betaville home page, boosting your exposure even more.

Because your Zone is associated with a trusted and reputable site, Helium will gain you credibility.

Get the word out through your Zone.

Earn Cash!

Gain material as well as intellectual rewards from your creative endeavors! Share in the revenue from your Zone by setting up ad space featuring content from advertisers of your choice: Google Adsense, Amazon.com, eBay, etc.
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