I've never tried online dating before and I'm thinking of starting.

Also, are there any absolute "do's" and "don'ts" of online dating that I should be aware of? Links to other good threads on online dating game would be helpful.

These questions have been asked before. As far as online dating sites, certain sites have proven to work better in different regions of the country. The ones that work best here around Nashville probably aren't the best for you where you live. Just a few that I know people have received descent results on.

FREE SITES
-Plentyofish
-OKCupid
-MSN Personals

PAY SITES
-Match.com
-Chemistry.com
-Date.com

There are a lot of do's and don't to Online Dating. I've written two books about it, and so have others. Basically, lot of photos, well written profile, describe what you are looking for, and what you are like.

For more tips and questions answered view my Q&A thread.
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