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      the pros and cons of dating online.

 

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pro con internet dating pros and cons of online dating sites

Pros

  • easily accessible from any PC, 24 hrs/day
  • good way for travellers to meet singles at various destinations
  • builds your social network by allowing you to search for and meet like-minded people
  • worldwide medium so you can meet people all over the world
  • inexpensive way to browse an unlimited number of single men and women
  • offers good flirting practice
  • free anonymous email accounts
  • new video dating and voice personals help you get more of a sense of the person

Cons

  • photos can be out of date or inaccurate representations
  • dishonesty abounds - made up profiles, exaggerated claims, married people posing as singles, and more
  • chemistry cannot be determined online
  • inexpensive up front, but the cost of going on numerous poorly-matched dates adds up fast
  • a "qualified lead generator" - nothing more
  • safety can be an issue. Remember you're dealing with total strangers, so be sure to limit the amount of personals information you reveal online and always meet your date in a public space

 

 

Source: Make Me a Match by the Matchmaking Institute

 

 

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