sure the site uses a secure server (SSL, look for the padlock symbol on the bottom of your browser) and they have a privacy policy that safe guards your information. Remember also that even though this site is protected by copyright, people will still help themselves to information in the discussion group and/or meet others sections and could even cut and paste it onto another site and use it in a fashion that could be very hurtful to you . Think that what ever you post or say on the internet should be suitable for everyone in the world to see. This site is a great resource for making new friends and meeting others interested in the same arts. But just because you are best friends online does not mean you should let your guard down. If you want to meet up with someone from the internet then instead of meeting at your place, try meeting in a public place where other people will be, and make sure you tell someone (eg. parents) and why not take a friend along too, that way you have help if you need it. Do not go for a ride in their car or meet at their house unless you feel safe and have friends (large body guard type person ) with you. It is better always to organize your own transport to and from the meeting place, that way you can leave when you want to. You make the rules and do not