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Online Dating Made Easy and Safe
By Jeff Lakie
As technology becomes more ingrained in our everyday lives, more
people are turning to the Internet for social purposes. And over the past
few years, this has become a more accepted form of communication.
Friendships are formed and relationships made online.
But just how much trouble is it to join the online dating sites? And is it
safe?
A few years ago, there was significant attention placed on those who
turned to online dating. Consumers were warned that the sites were
unsafe, used by predators who were looking for victims. But increased
attention to security and awareness on the part of those using the
services has made an incredible difference.
Many of the dating sites are now offering members ways to talk
anonymously at first, then allowed to meet via web cam in private chat
rooms. With the web cam options, it's more difficult to hide things like
age.
Some sites also screen members personally. While the sites make no
claims that they've gone so far as to perform background checks, they do
often verify addresses and other information. Again, this isn't a full-fledged
safety net, just one more precaution toward making online dating safer.
As more people are becoming completely comfortable with online
communication and more people have access to Internet at home and at
work, online dating sites have flourished. There are many sites that have
very short sign-up processes and others that require you to answer lots of
questions.
You'll typically be allowed to register for free, though you have to pay
dues in order to gain access to other members' contact information. This
is how the sites are able to boast that they have thousands of profiles
available. Since it's free to sign up and post your information and photo,
many people take that step with no intentions of going further.
If you're considering joining an online dating service, check out the
membership requirements first. If security is important, take time to read
what steps the dating service has taken to ensure the safety of its
members.
Above all, take time to protect yourself. Remember that not everyone is
honest. Just as you could meet a person on a park bench that offers lies
about his or her life, you'll meet some people at online dating sites that
are also untruthful. But you may also meet the love you've been looking
for.
About the Author
Jeff Lakie is the founder of Dating Resources a website providing information on Dating
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