No space or time restrictions are present in a virtual course. Time zone differences are consequential only during scheduled synchronous chat sessions. Internet resources such as WWW-based materials are distributable across multiple platforms. It makes no difference if the participants are on Macs or PCs or about anything else. The technology is relatively easy to use.
Sources are available across the entire Internet.
Web-based materials are easy to update, providing student access to current information. The Internet provides a student-centered learning environment. A variety of learning opportunities can be provided to accommodate learning style differences. Students become skilled at using Internet resources. Traffic congestion on the Internet may become a major issue.