Be careful online: Not everyone is a true 'friend' - washingtonpost.com

May 14, 2009

After much hesitation, I finally set up a Facebook account. So I wouldn't be seen as a dinosaur, I've also registered on Twitter.com. I haven't been tweeting much, but I'm now part of the throng of folks socializing with their keyboards.

Like many other columnists, I share personal stories to make a point. However, on the social networks I've limited my communication to my professional persona. For example, I don't list my date of birth. Heck, my kids are not even sure how old I am. I've been 29 for many years. If I want my friends to know where I'm vacationing, I'll call them. Ditto on my dinner plans...