So theres softwares out there that create a world where one has the freedom to be anyone, do anything, and just have fun. Most prominent is Second Life. It's a huge virtual world and it provides a space for "living" out your desires. Since its software that can be updated and changed, it therefore allows for changes in use for these virtual worlds. While you can dance, be a DJ, play sports , and fly in Second Life, you can also use The virtual world to treat various social issues of the user. Since its not real physical interaction between humans, a person with antisocial behaviors or fear of interaction can learn and adapt to it easier. Also people who aren't able to live life to its max because of illness or physical handicaps can live in the virtual world without problems(http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/conditions/03/28/sl.autism.irpt/index.html#cnnSTCText)
Companies can also use virtual world to train workers. It might be able to reduce cost, and produce better learning results. There's plenty of potential for virtual worlds in businesses and education.(http://www.workforce.com/section/00/article/24/61/08.html)
I am on the same page with you: I never had a second life account and not going to make one. It depends on person. And yes, its very good for people who are unable to communicate with real word because of illness and it's very good for companies to use virtual world for training employees and by that saving time and money of the company.
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