It's a way to communicate with people who live in different places, sharing opinions which often opens my eyes to different view points, new ideas. When I got my first computer someone suggested I try ICQ and I loved it. I kept it open to everyone all over the world, a nice at home adventure.
As far as this one goes, I am to new to make a judgement. So far I like what I see. If I had one complaint it would so many different areas it gets a little confusing as to where I posted. The subscription helps with that.