“Forever Alone” 4chan Prank Brings Out the Best and Worst of the Internet

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.

"forever alone" is only funny when it's self-deprecating

Pointless and cruel.

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.