the use of "to connect with"

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

I read in a document that to connect with is replaced by to start with. is this true?

2

It depends on the usage.

3

i use “to connect with” to begin a paragraph instead of “to start with”. I don’t know whether this use is correct or not

4

I can’t think of any situation where “connect with” means “start with”. Beeesneees, did you have an example in mind?

5

I don’t know whether it is true. for example: To connect with, the main role of universities is to provide their students practical knowledge and skills in need.

6

That sentence does not make sense. (“in need” is wrong, as well as “To connect with”.)

7

“To connect with” doesn’t mean the same thing as “to start with.” You would say that you “connect with” someone when you feel a mutual understanding with him or her.