IMHO, chatroom is just another way of communication. Not being face to face (or "mouth to mouth" in case of phone) does not rob away the mutual feelings between two people.

For me, it is very easy to express my FEELINGS and ideas through writing rather than speaking. So in my case, e-mails-chat-text messages are the best way to express my thoughts. It is my way of catharsis.

At same time, I enjoy "ru-ba-ru" and telephone conversations equally. It would be great, if I was able to talk with my sisters, my relatives and my friends in person everyday. But when that is not possible, chat does provide you with an alternative to communicate.

Meghal