- Offline communication between members of an online community increases their social ties during the online interaction.

Effect of Offline Activites on Social Ties

- Anonymity has a positive impact on social ties in an online community.

- Members can use a slightly anonymous persona online through which to discuss their personal information in-depth. Anonymity may foster a sense of safety and increase the interactions among the members and enhance the social ties.

Effect of Anonymity on Social Ties

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- Social ties in the communities are defined as "the emotional connection among individuals in online communities".

- Social ties have a negative impact on social loafing in online communities.

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