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Summary of the chapter
Overview
From "Virtual Communities" to Fear of Disintegration
A More Positivie Picture Emerges Over Time
Users Increase Their Connections with Preexisting Relations
Networked Individuals
The Internet as a Platform for Human Connection
The Internet and Human Community
Sources
Sources cited in the chapter
Other relevant readings
Case Studies
Supporting examples
Counter-examples
Key Concepts