The problem probably isn't the internet, its the United States! A lot of Americans are nucking futs, thats why dating on the internet is probably really successful in other countries. I personally, like COAD, would never try anything like that. I don't go to talk to anyone online that I don't know, besides well, you guys! And yes you guys are great ...but I would never try a dating service period. I never felt like I needed to go out of my way to look for someone to date. I think its probably a good way for some people. My mom used to post on aol love personals and she always met really shady nasty men, that always ended up being abusive and deceptive. My mom's a REALLY messed up lady. But thats my opinion.