Studia Informatica Pomerania
WNEiZ
Autor: Beata Krawczyk-Bryłka 43
Strony: 43-55
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HYBRID MODEL OF ON-LINE TRUST

Summary
This paper examines the impact of computer mediated communication on interpersonal trust in three kinds of situations: interpersonal communication, on-line negotiations and on-line counseling and therapy. Presented results suggest there are two most important Internet features that infl uence evaluation of information or interlocutor’s credibility: lack of nonverbal signs and access to actual information. Their consequences: anonymity, short-time and attractiveness can decrease or increase the perception of risk and the level of interpersonal trust. The hybrid model of on-line trust shows possible correlations between these factors and helps to understand the active nature of trust.