[michaelt]

> For many of us I don't think this is true

Probably depends on the details of the online communication.

A video call, a synchronous one on one text chat, an asynchronous one on one text chat, and a public broadcast like HN or Twitter all create very different experiences.

HN’s format makes it easy to show aloof, professional detachment and conceals my age and looks. For dating, though? That ain’t an advantage.

[Trasmatta]

All very different experiences, and the quality of the communication depend on the people in question.

Some people are great communicators over text but really struggle with in person communication. And vice versa.