Some great things come out of 4chan, but they also do some really terrible things. It's sad that they tricked a few people, but it sounds like they didn't do what they had hoped for. It was a really nice gesture by the guy who brought dates for the people were were tricked.<p>The ones who got trolled were those who were sitting at their computers, watching, alone.
“I once told my girlfriend I had AIDS,” Mr. White said. “Then I broke up with her.” They laughed.<p>-- Don't bother reading the article. The above line says everything you need to know about the "pranksters" involved.
I am not sure who keeps perpetuating the misconception that internet dating makes you socially inept.<p>I find it intriguing that I have the opportunity to develop feelings for someone who has only presented themselves lyrically.