Online Dating For Dummies

Chances are, you''ve heard about Internet dating from a friend, or an online banner ad has caught your eye. If you''ve given online dating a passing consideration, you may have some fears from all those graphic horror stories that jar your senses ¿ and your sensibilities. Or you may think that meeting people via the Internet is only for the disenfranchised or socially unskilled.

From their own experiences, 20 million people can tell you otherwise. Online Dating For Dummies will get you off the fence and on the Internet dating path ¿ with the skill of a seasoned pro. Like your best friend, this fun reference will give you the straight scoop on

• Gearing up with the right computer hardware
• Overcoming preconceived notions of who is online
• Talking the online lingo
• Enjoying conversation in chat rooms
• Considering date site options
• Establishing your screen identity
• Facing the consequences of not posting a photo