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The Strength of Internet Ties: The internet and email aid users in maintaining their social networks and provide pathways to help when people face big decisions

1/25/2006 | MemoReport  | Jeffrey Boase John Horrigan Barry Wellman Lee Rainie

The internet helps maintain people's social networks, and connects them to members of their social network when they need help. 60 million Americans have turned to the internet for help with major life decisions.

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