With this knowledge, one ericansingles lonely and single, but 2 in 5 users are interested in virtual sex according to the internet pornography filter. Since advertisers for pornography websites know this, they are able to manipulate single internet users into going on their website giving them the impression they will find a relationship easily. Then they make virtual characters that will try to persuade users to view their site. They make everything seem free upfront, but it ends up costing in the long run. This is no different from the real world though. For example, you can go to a store for free, but if you want anything then you have to pay. The workers make virtual personalities to persuade you to buy their products, even ones you do not really want, but are related to what you are buying. The difference between the two mediums is you know who the sells person is at a store. Also a dating websites world allows the seller to change his appearance along with his personality.

Altogether, a dating website is not safe from advertisers and porn, therefore it is not a reliable dating medium. It can be potentially dangerous for some , since they can be tricked into paying for something they thought was free. People will continue to use dating websites though because it is easier to live in this virtual world called the internet because not only can others change themselves, but so can you.Continue reading→