Second Life

This is my "before" blog related to MMORPG's and Second Life-type of worlds. That means that right now I know nothing. I am going to have to dissect every piece of literature and link Professor Mabrito gave us to write our paper and learn more about these worlds. In a few weeks I will write another blog, hopefully as an expert on these virtual worlds.

Right now the only experience I have is watching my boyfriend play X-Box Live. In this "world" he has been able to play with friends and family that are far away keeping their relationship going by chatting and "bonding" through mutual Halo 3 infatuations. Also, the only time I have heard about Second Life was from an episode of The Office when Jim makes fun of Dwight for creating a character. To properly do this Jim creates his own character basically becoming part of his own joke. What I gather from this is these worlds must be somewhat intriguing and addicting once you get involved. Wish me luck!