What does network of friends mean?
the term that is applied to the interconnected relationships among a group of friends who provide social and emotional support for each other. FRIENDSHIP NETWORK: "Joe had a small friendship network but it was important to him."
What is the difference between networking and making friends?
Making Friends: You don't want to seem annoyed or interrupt, so you stand there awkwardly, not sure how to react and never adding to the conversation. Networking Effectively: You realize you're not going to be introduced, so you interject yourself into the conversation.