-- Before you begin to chat, take a moment to view the
conversations and get a feel for the atmosphere in the room.

-- Introduce yourself and greet everyone in the room. A simple "Hello Everyone" is a great way to start.

-- Don't gossip. It seldom casts a flattering light upon you.

-- Use chat rooms and tools to your advantage. "Ignore" anyone who
is disruptive.

-- Expression is an important part of chat. Familiarize yourself with emoticons and other chat expressions to look and feel like a pro.

-- Select a certain day, time, and chat room to meet your friends each week.

-- Once you establish a group forum, vary the location of your meetings to allow others to participate.

-- Host your own chat events

-- Nick