Blog Post #7 Second Life

Second Life was hard for me to get into. I think Second Life is a great idea, but I just don't think it lives up to the expectations I have for it. I think Second Life is kind of like Diet Cola; it's not as good as the real thing, but it's close. For example, last Sunday we attended a ballet in Second Life. At first I was intrigued by the idea, but the novelty quickly wore off. The biggest problem I have is the lag and the poor graphics make it hard for me to suspend my disbelief. Video games and movies help suck you into the story with heartwarming characters and compelling story lines. Unfortunately, Second Life is not a movie, nor is it a video game. Thus, it has no main characters or any story to tell. I think Second Life will evolve and continue to grow in depth. Because it is a new medium, I think it will take time to attract more people to Second Life.