DATING IS DIFFERENT
Recognize that this activity is not like other Internet communication you may enjoy with
family, friends, co-workers, or your community where you are a member--and you are known.
If you're "dating," you're more vulnerable.
PROTECT YOUR IDENTITY If
you want total control of the information available to an online other, don't use your
personal or your work-related email. (Chances are good that a Web search engine has linked
your email address to your real name.)
LEARN THE TECHNOLOGY Use
the kinds of Web technology that enable private communication without divulging your
email. ICQ offers private chat rooms, for instance, and they're very user friendly.
GUARD YOUR E-MAIL If you
insist on using email, consider getting an account dedicated solely to your online dating
activities. You can safely use one of the FREE web based email services as long as you
don't put your full name on your application. Such accounts are available at Excite, hotmail.com or through Yahoo!
DON'T REVEAL DATA Be
careful about the information you give in casual conversation. An offhand reference to
your neighborhood, a school experience, a job location, or a vacation can reveal more than
you intend to divulge.
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