Virtual worlds were created to provide a way to escape the real one. Where once not long ago there were only a few imaginary communities to join with, today there is a virtual universe of choices. Millions of people a day leave reality behind for a foray into the lives of their created avatars. For example more than 11.5 million people subscribe to the internationally popular World of Warcraft. Interestingly, many experts suggest that even Twitter, Facebook, and the other social network sites are considered virtual worlds. Today is set aside to celebrate, or perhaps explore, one of the many virtual worlds into which you escape!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
August 20 - Virtual Worlds Day
Virtual worlds were created to provide a way to escape the real one. Where once not long ago there were only a few imaginary communities to join with, today there is a virtual universe of choices. Millions of people a day leave reality behind for a foray into the lives of their created avatars. For example more than 11.5 million people subscribe to the internationally popular World of Warcraft. Interestingly, many experts suggest that even Twitter, Facebook, and the other social network sites are considered virtual worlds. Today is set aside to celebrate, or perhaps explore, one of the many virtual worlds into which you escape!
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