A virtual world is a computer-simulated 3D environment where users can inhabit and interact through avatar representations of themselves. Second Life is a prominent virtual world platform that allows for user-generated content and its residents help shape the virtual environment. Videos available on YouTube further demonstrate how virtual worlds like Second Life work and what types of activities users can participate in.

1. Virtual World

2. “ A virtual World is a computer-based simulated environment intended for users to inhabit and interact via avatars” (Wikipedia, 2008)

3. “ Second Life ® is a 3-D virtual world created by its Residents” (SecondLife, 2008)

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