I had a computer at work in the late 90's that had internet, but got my first computer (used HP desktop) from a co-worker in 2000.Started out with dial-up (how antique is that)
I couldn't use my phone while on line so I had an "internet phone" in which calls came on line.
I use to use messenger a lot but haven't in years. The BB was the first site I actually joined going on 10 years now. I don't belong to too many sites but do frequent political sites a lot. I still use LOL though and occasionally send an e-card. I too have the same e-mail address I've had from 2000.