0 does online dating really works?

With the current world, many people are really committed to many things such as business,work,studying etc. that the y find it hard or rather have less time to find a partner. this has made them to opt for online dating which even some spend much on these sites. i wonder why anybody who is serious with finding a true partner in  life should go for dating sites. for surely this just does work and you will find yourself spending much time on the cold internet admiring the many cute pictures there only never to  find any match. though statistics say that partners who met online always settle easily in their life and their relationship is always strong compared to those who met face to face for their first time.  this is not to discourage those trying online dating because everyone has his own luck and be surprised to see your  friend leaving the internet with a partner. the question is does it really work? or may be to some and to others not.  finding a true and loyal partner in  life that is to any one who is looking for a partner and is ready to settle down, is not an easy task since you ca n`t just trusting anyone. online dating can also be insecure and not the right place to find the perfect match since it is  accessible to everybody and you can`t judge one`s behavior by the profile on the site. so to any one searching for a partner it`s your choice to go for any way you want what matters is what kind of partner you will meet or may be if you are that kind of person who is always trying and getting involved in different relationships as this kind of people rarely find what they want. take your time and go for the best way. i know you need love but...... online dating does it really works?