Internet Field Trip.

3D worlds and socializing on the internet.

Qualitative differences between IM and 3D chat?
i am a regular user of msn. that being said i have discovered pidgin through this class and am now giving up on msn. sorry msn. we can still be friends.
the difference between IM and 3D chat are obvious. that being said i cant really find anything that appeals to me about 3D chatting. i can understand how other people would enjoy it and its features. you can customize your avatar, explore new 'worlds', start new relationships. i can see how it is sort of parallel to the real world, however it is not only ridiculous but rather unfulfilling. wandering around during off times was like being at home alone. on a friday night.

Different Kinds Of Socializing.
it seems that 3D worlds are more in kin to meeting strangers. it is sort of cool to meet people from across the globe. that being said it seems that the only reason people want to meet them is to discuss some weird sexual fetish, sell them something or ask for bank details. as you can see i have not had very good experiences with 3D chat. the premise of it seems to be focused on dating as opposed to socializing. it seems that the only reason to socialize is to date/hook up/etc.
the result is a seedy virtual world of people who need some fresh air!
Differences with a 3D aspect.
the difference of the 3D aspect is you have a visual that you can interact with. its not so much about chatting and interacting with other people as much as its buying property or visiting shops or whatever.