Love, Lies and the Internet

Love, Lies and the Internet brings to life the heart of the Internet through stories of the people who use the Internet socially. This book walks the reader through the stages of online relationships, illustrating each phase through the true stories of everyday Netizens.

As the Internet is becoming more integrated into the lives of people throughout the world, many are discovering the social value of this medium. Where else can you meet in virtual rooms, exchange thoughts and share a comradery with people from every corner of the world? The Internet, as well as online services, help facilitate this mode of communication.

While Love, Lies and the Internet does provide a description of the technologies involved, the intent of this book is to tell the stories of the people. Woven throughout the book are the adventures of Dr. Rock'N'Roll and TechnoChick, two intrepid cybernauts who experience the ups and downs of online romance and share their tales with readers.

While telling the stories of the people, Love, Lies and the Internet also presents the reader with solid information about socializing online, including:

*Stages of Online Romance
*Online Etiquette
*Safety Tips
*Software/Hardware Considerations
*Cyber Cafes

Love, Lies and the Internet takes an up-close and personal look at the people involved in online relationships while educating the reader about socializing online. This book allows the reader to see the world of online relationships through the eyes of the people who have experienced them.