The internet has played an important role in the life decisions of 60 million Americans, research shows.

 

Whether it be career advice, helping people through an illness or finding a new house, 45% of Americans turn to the web for help, a survey by US-based Pew Internet think-tank has found.

 

It set out to find out whether the web and e-mail strengthen social ties.

 

The answer seems to be yes, especially in times of crisis when people use it to mobilise their social networks.

 

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/4644666.stm

 

:stunned:

I'm not surprised, it's certainly helped me in a lot of ways, I got Coldplaying.com's 1millionth forum post :cool3:

Yea it helps to meet people from all over the world and it's great for entertainment!!!!!

I wonder how many of those 60 million americans have lost money at online poker :inquisitive:

*bumps*

 

I thought this was quite interesting... considering the popularity of Myspace and Facebook etc... the internet is a great way to keep in touch with people without actually having contact.. no?

 

Just this past week I got in contact with 4 friends whom I have not spoken to in over 10 years!!!! How? They found me on the internet.. I don't know how I feel about this exactly... but I am glad I found one of my best friends on Myspace...

 

amazing medium this is...

myspace is quite amazing.