Love at First Site

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Once upon a time people married the boy or girl next door. Now we don't even know their name. Once upon a time there were matchmakers, then dating agencies - now there is the internet. Cyberdating means that we can find, chat up and meet a potential partner within days.


The internet has revolutionised the way we conduct our love lives: helping overworked professionals find partners; bringing together silver-surfers; and opening doors for housebound single parents. There are over 800 internet dating sites in the UK, with an estimated one million members. And the number is growing fast. So much so, that six out of ten British singles are now seeking a partner online.


But how do you start looking for love on the net Which are the good sites Which take your money and offer nothing in return How do you sell yourself in your profile What are the rules for staying safe What if you have a disability or want someone of a particular religion


This guide shows you how to navigate the brave new world of cyber romance and increase your chances of finding the relationship you want.

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Marc Zakian is a writer and journalist who regularly contributes to The Times, the Telegraph, and the Guardian. He has written for various other magazines and newspapers in the UK and abroad. Marc has also worked in TV as a scriptwriter and editor.

Susan Broom became a freelance journalist after a long career in TV and is now a regular contributor to the Mail on Sunday magazine, Night & Day. She is currently writing a novel about dating.