Internet Dating

Living in the 21st century gives us far more options for dating than previous generations ever had. While they could only usually meet people in the traditional places, such as parties, work and through friends - we now have access to a variety of less conventional ways of hooking up with people. With so many new forms of communications now available, such as cellphones, text messaging, the internet and email, the rules of dating have drastically changed.

Whether you're looking for friendship, a spot of harmless flirting, or a future Mr or Mrs, the web can be the perfect place to meet someone. Internet dating puts you in control of what can be a daunting process, so you have the final say over whom you approach, which amorous advances you reciprocate and whether things progress past first base (or even that far!). There's no shortage of potential dates, either - in December 2006, more than 20 million US Internet users visited online dating sites. Let's face it, anything we can do to widen our options is worth considering!

We take a look at dating online and flirting by cellphone text - we guide you through the process, help you decipher the lingo, and offer you the all-important safety tips.