The Internet has opened immense possibilities in just about every aspect of our lives, and the area of personal relationships is no different. Singles looking for mates depended earlier on friends, relatives and perhaps on the local Matchmaker, who might have been either a professional or just a do-gooder busybody wanting to spread some cheer and happiness.

The net has changed this scenario. It has replaced not only the networking of well-wishers, but also the popular magazines for singles. Online dating, or online personals as it is also known, is a Matchmaking Service which opens up a whole new playing field.

By posting a profile on a site catering to this niche segment, a single has the unique opportunity to meet a match anywhere in the world, and the opportunity to search through thousands of profiles already registered on the site to meet the match of his or her choice.

This kind of Matchmaking can really be fun. One need not be bound to make any long-term commitments. A bit of flirting, a bit of romance and then if things don