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Online identity refers to the persona or personas that individuals create and portray in digital spaces. It’s a complex construct that intertwines the fluid nature of personal identity in both online and offline environments. It can be visually represented through avatars and is often authenticated through methods like registration, IP address^[2] tracking, and tracking cookies. The management of an online identity is crucial, especially in professional settings and involves maintaining consistency across various platforms. Online identity takes on different roles in different contexts, such as blogging, online businesses, and virtual world^[1] communication. However, it also presents challenges and risks such as misrepresentation, legal and security^[3] issues, and potential misuse. Despite these challenges, the societal impacts and opportunities offered by online identity are immense, influencing culture, gender roles, and even market dynamics.

Terms definitions

1. ↑ virtual world. Virtual worlds are digital spaces that allow users to interact with each other and the environment. Originating even before the advent of computers, concepts of virtual worlds have been explored by individuals like the Roman naturalist, Pliny the Elder, and cinematographer, Morton Heilig. These worlds can be created to depict real, fantasy, or historical settings and offer immersive experiences by engaging users both mentally and emotionally. Communication within these spaces is typically through text, but options for real-time voice interaction are also available. The development of virtual worlds has been significantly influenced by the gaming industry but they aren't just limited to games. Users can personalize their interaction through avatars, which can be either textual, graphical, or live video. These virtual environments often mimic real-world rules like gravity and topography. Virtual worlds provide a platform for activities like computer conferencing and chatrooms, enhancing the overall user experience.

2. ↑ IP address ( IP address ) An IP address is a unique identifier assigned to each device connected to a network, enabling data to be sent and received accurately. It functions like a street address for the internet, marking the specific location of a device within a network. There are two versions of IP addresses: IPv4 and IPv6. IPv4, the older version, has 32-bit addresses, while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses, offering a significantly larger number of possible addresses. IP addresses can be public or private, with private ones used within a local network and public ones used on the internet. Other key aspects include subnetting for routing efficiency, autoconfiguration for dynamic assignment, and potential conflicts from multiple assignment methods. IP addresses also play a significant role in routing and geolocation, determining the geographic position of devices. There are legal and regulatory aspects to consider, due to privacy concerns, and they are crucial in network configuration and troubleshooting.

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Online identity (Wikipedia)

Internet identity (IID), also online identity, online personality, online persona or internet persona, is a social identity that an Internet user establishes in online communities and websites. It may also be an actively constructed presentation of oneself. Although some people choose to use their real names online, some Internet users prefer to be anonymous, identifying themselves by means of pseudonyms, which reveal varying amounts of personally identifiable information. An online identity may even be determined by a user's relationship to a certain social group they are a part of online. Some can be deceptive about their identity.

In some online contexts, including Internet forums, online chats, and massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), users can represent themselves visually by choosing an avatar, an icon-sized graphic image. Avatars are one way users express their online identity. Through interaction with other users, an established online identity acquires a reputation, which enables other users to decide whether the identity is worthy of trust. Online identities are associated with users through authentication, which typically requires registration and logging in. Some websites also use the user's IP address or tracking cookies to identify users.

The concept of the self, and how this is influenced by emerging technologies, are a subject of research in fields such as education, psychology, and sociology. The online disinhibition effect is a notable example, referring to a concept of unwise and uninhibited behavior on the Internet, arising as a result of anonymity and audience gratification.

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