VIRTUAL BLIND DATES FOR COMPUTER GEEKS

VIRTUAL BLIND DATES FOR COMPUTER GEEKS

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (Wireless Flash) -- A new computer program is bringing new meaning to the term "blind date." The so-called "Blind Date Web Tours" take place entirely in cyberspace, so you never see what your date really looks like. The blind dates -- which are sponsored by Excite@Home and the "Blind Date" TV show -- allow netheads to move around in a "virtual vehicle" of their choice, everything a car to a magic carpet. There are also specially-created websites that simulate romantic restaurants, Paris or even hot tubs. Cyber blind daters can access the program at blinddate.excite.com