Online friends vs. "IRL" ones

Nezeru · 05-10-2007, 08:58 PM

I answer the initial question with a resounding yes. Online friendships can develop in much the same way "IRL" friendships can. In a way, online friendships have a distinct advantage over "IRL" friendships: namely, that serious conversation becomes the root of the friendship, rather than joint activities in various social spheres. Online friends need not share common friends or common favorite activities for the friendship to thrive.

This being said, of course "IRL" friendships also have some serious advantages over online friendships. The ability to physically interact with the person and experience them in person is invaluable. Also, I wouldn't recommend online marriages. =)

05-10-2007, 08:58 PM	#29
Nezeru FFR Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Age: 38 Posts: 58	Re: Online friends vs. "IRL" ones I answer the initial question with a resounding yes. Online friendships can develop in much the same way "IRL" friendships can. In a way, online friendships have a distinct advantage over "IRL" friendships: namely, that serious conversation becomes the root of the friendship, rather than joint activities in various social spheres. Online friends need not share common friends or common favorite activities for the friendship to thrive. This being said, of course "IRL" friendships also have some serious advantages over online friendships. The ability to physically interact with the person and experience them in person is invaluable. Also, I wouldn't recommend online marriages. =) __________________ I apologize in advance for anything intelligent I may say. I guarantee you, it wasn't intentional, so don't take it personally.

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