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The Language Of Online Dating

Read an internet dating profile and have no idea what the person said? Chatting with someone through an instant messaging program and have no idea what a smiley, emoticon or another weird character is? You'll find everything you'll need to decipher the language of online dating, here.
Dating Profile Acronyms
Trying to decipher an online dating profile? Keep this list of acronyms handy and you'll understand internet lingo in no time.
Chat Acronyms
When chatting with someone, you need to know what they are trying to say when asking, "A/S/L?" or say, "TTFN". Use this handy list of chat acronyms commonly used in dating chat to decipher what's really being said.
Emoticons and Smileys 101
What does ;) or X+D mean? Find out here.
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There are some expectations when it comes to communicating online. Find out if you know them already with this Internet for Beginners quiz.
The Famous Netiquette Quiz, Level Two
Ready to tackle more netiquette questions? See if you've got what it takes to communicate online with this second level quiz.
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