New technologies & relationships

I think it’s important to talk about new technologies and relationships nowadays. Finding a partner online is becoming less unusual. Although most people still meet at school, work or parties, the internet is an increasingly popular way to get a date. In addition, couples who meet online are more likely to stay together. ‘You get to know someone from the inside out,’ says a girl who knew her boyfriend online. ‘You can’t judge people by their appearance, so personality and interests come first’.
There are other advantages too. Chatting someone up needn’t be embarrassing. If you are incompatible, you just log out – and no one can see you blush. In fact, men are often more open than women.
But there is also a lot of dishonesty. Thirty-three per cent of chat room users admit to lying on the internet, and women lie more than men. Although it is irresponsible to give out false information online, it is not illegal. Chat room hosts ask member to be cautious because you cannot be sure who someone really is. They say that members should use a nickname and never give out their personal details.
Some people say that online relationships are stronger and more personal. Others disagree.