So my Avatars name is Dixie Lexenstar, which is pretty funny. My blonde haired chihuahua is named Dixie so I think that encouraged the deciding factor on the name.

The main difficulties I had were dealing with the password confirmation for some reason. I solved this by logging off and then back on again,slight confusion. I did personalize my avatar, although there were only a few options. So I have short blonde hair, and I'm a typical female, not a zelda wizard guy.

This technology is interesting because it gives users a body, a world, and a life to interact with people that the users might not even meet.It's a benefit to have a virtual network, something differing from the usual social network. It may be worthwhile getting into.It seems as though its full of creativity and may introduce users to new people and groups.

It's easy to connect with people on Second Life. When you go to a place there are always others walking around and its simple to walk up to them and say something. It does not feel as though i'm talking to a void because i can physically see the other networkers.

Drawbacks of having an Avatar are that its hard to get used to and to move around. It is very similar to getting accustomed to a video game. I also don't like how some things the user has to pay for. Everything on Second Life should be free! Not everyone has an Avatar because I don't think it has reached its peak popularity. Users will increase once more and more people discover the program.

I honestly don't think I'm going to use Second Life after this class because I get frustrated with video games easily so I'm probably going to give up on my Avatar at some point. Sorry Dixie.