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17 June 2010

Senior dating is the best way to meet others of a certain age but there are predators out there on the internet ready to snare the unwary. Here's how to get streetwise to the main ploys of these perverts and pimps. Stay safe when you're senior dating.

What do I look for when senior dating - read more

25 June 2010

Coming up with new and original date ideas can be a nightmare. If you're worried about how you're going to wow your date with an experience that he or she will want to remember then try our five suggestions for unusual date ideas.

Five unusual date ideas - read more

29 June 2010

If you've been invited to an authentic Hindu Wedding and are a bit confused about all the ceremonies and protocols, we explain the key stages and the roles of the individuals. Get ready for a month-long party!

What happens at a Hindu Wedding - read more

03 July 2010

Are you one of many men who has problems understanding women? Here are a few ideas that are easy to put into use and will quickly help you come to grips with the seemingly inexplicable behaviour of women.

How can I understand women - read more

Online speed dating - does it work?

Give me five minutes of your time and we'll tell you why. Speed dating moves into cyber space - we get real about its possibilities in the love stakes

Speed dating online - it had to happen. A relatively recent arrival on the Internet, it is now perfectly possible to make use of free VOIP and the ubiquitous webcam to create live video streaming events whereby potential date partners can get to know each other in the same way as they would at an actual speed dating event.

Unlike a 'real-world' speed dating event, since there is no room to hire nor on-hand staff to pay, online speed dating events are usually free. Obviously you have to register first (which is how the dating company makes its money - from advertising upsells etc) but for no cost and no risk you can sit back and date as many people as the site and your time permits.

But, apart from the service being free, is it worth doing? What are the advantages of online speed dating and does it work? Let's look at the advantages of online speed dating over conventional dating.

Online speed dating is more effective because:
  • It allows you to pre-screen unsuitable dates (eg too old, smoker, party-animal, separated etc)
  • There is no embarrassment incurred attending an event - it is entirely private
  • You are not aware of your 'competition' therefore you are not put off by them
  • Rejection is even more clearly not a personal matter
  • The next stage after meeting someone you like is an extended video chat - much less daunting or threatening than an actual meeting
  • There is no chance of stalking taking place so women can be more relaxed
  • Geographical limitation is only applicable if you choose it to be
  • No cost means that there are more people to choose from (although the competition is higher too)
  • Not having to travel to a speed dating event means that you are more likely to be able to attend
  • Single parents will find this easier because they do not need to arrange childcare services while they are out
Online speed dating still has a way to go before it can take the place of a face-to-face speed dating event but it is catching up rapidly. Before you pay out hundreds of dollars or pounds for a ticket, think carefully and consider signing up for a free trial of an online speed dating event.

We hope that this answers the question of how an online speed dating event works.