online services utilizing computer bulletin/message boards, interactive simulations, modeling and statistics, offered through a global computer network such as the internet, that enable individuals and businesses to initiate and exchange information; to develop, test and implement ideas; and to organize virtual communities for the purpose of achieving individual or common goals and objectives -- such as in the areas of finance, securities and investments, business, politics, religion, social issues, sports and entertainment; DATE OF FIRST USE: 1999.12.19; DATE OF FIRST USE IN COMMERCE: 1999.12.19