i must disagree with you there my friend. i feel like it's more along the lines of convenience, than a 'last resort'. for example, many men and women work in fields which are almost exclusively one gender, or maybe their lifestyles don't afford them the time or ability to meet new people on a regular basis. whilst it's true, these websites can be abused by those who look better on camera than IRL, they nonetheless provide a much needed service for many.