Use of the colon
Would you kindly confirm that the use of a colon is correct in the following instance:
The tools employed to access social media are: laptops, smart phones, tablets and connection devices.
Thank you,
Geoffrey
asked Mar 08 '12 at 15:13
geoffrey terry
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geoffrey terry
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1 answer 
Usually, a colon is reserved for a list that has been specifically introduced with a number. For example: The four tools employed to access social media are: laptops, smart phones, tablets and connection devices.
However, it is acceptable to use it as you have since you've introduced the list.
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