I always talk about how much value there is in joining LinkedIn Groups, and I will repeat that I recommend that you join the maximum 50 that you are allowed if you can find enough groups of value for you.  The specific value I have seen in Groups is being able to meet, connect, and discuss things with similar-minded people, all unified around the theme of the Group.  One area that I specifically thought lacked value in Groups was the News section.  And I could be biased because I am a heavy Twitter user and that is where I go …