2nd Life is an interesting concept. I've seen it. It can be fun flying around from place to place participating in a virtual world, being whoever you want to be in an imaginary land. Wait a minute, wasn't that done in Peter Pan? It is, undeniably, a new market to tap to reach those addicted to this virtual world and another segment of the population. It is also an opportunity to create a virtual store front to disseminate information. Just look at the last election, with the large Obama presence in Second Life. Only time will tell if it is a flash in the pan or something that will last and develop.
The thing is, there is so much in the REAL world to see, do, and feel. Why limit myself to 2D (pseudo 3D). I can take a virtual vacation with Google Earth and 2nd life etc, but that does not compare to the experience of really going places and the people you meet, things that happen, sights, sounds, language, smells, tastes, feelings. There are many senses left unexperienced in a virtual world. Seeing pictures (even 3D) of the Eiffel Tower is much different than actually touching it, riding up to the top, eating dinner there, and taking in the view. (Which I've done.) After a long day at the computer - There's just something to be said for taking a hike, parking yourself by a cool pond, leaning against a tree, and enjoying the outdoors.
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I agree with you. These online social applications are great for when, for some reason, you can't travel or meet up with a certain group.
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