Moreover, the identity and associated personality perceived by those communicated with consists only of the information that is revealed, likely projecting a positive and likeable personality while undesirable characteristics are withheld. ... Such individuals need to appreciate that the information and environment available in cyberspace are not suitable substitutes for traditional cultural and social practices. ...

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Databases utilized included, but were not limited to, the American Business Institute (ABI), the Dissertation Abstracts International (DAI), the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC), and the Public Affairs Information Service (PAIS decade), the Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), and LEXIS/NEXIS. Media are our main suppliers of information and images about events and people outside our immediate environment. ... When a behavior results in a desired outcome, the individual processes the information, repeats the behavior in similar circumstances and thus developed a 'competen...

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