I've had bad luck on the internet, but I've had bad luck everywhere. One thing I've found that recommends the internet is that the dynamics change. The guy who takes full advantage of being slick in real life often falls on his face when people read the substance of what he has to say. When his words are written and not spoken, people realize that he has no substance, and those of us who are not so smooth have a better chance.
The only people that I have met on the internet that I carry on regular conversations with are other men.
My experiences have been the opposite. I've met many women with whom I could have very good conversations. They've been intelligent and interesting. We haven't been able to make a connection, but the conversation is good. In many cases, there's just too much distance and difference in age.
Bill
Bill, glad it has worked for you.
I have regular e-mail conversations with several ex-girl friends. Didn't meet them on the internet, tho.
It's amazing how close we are now, as we only "see" each other on the WWW.