On a scale of 1-10, how Net-savvy are you?:
Just a 1. I am not a technology-friendly person, though that is something I would like to rectify. It is not a part of my life in the way it is for most teens today. That's one of the drawbacks of having studied in an age when computers were not part of daily learning. Also, when I came to Delhi in 1988 there were just two computer institutes. I am looking for someone who will teach me how to use the computer and make me tech savvy.

How often do you surf?:
I am terrified of the computer, pressing the wrong buttons and goofing up. But yes, I have chatted a lot with people all over the world and that excites me. At the Filmfare Chat, I was at home replying to questions over the telephone while someone typed them out on my behalf. It still gets a bit difficult though, when personal questions are sometimes asked.

What do you like best about the Web?:
The amount of information available at a go. I think it is a fascinating world that has a life of its own.

If you could change something about the Internet, it would be:
I don't think I know much about it to want to change anything. Except that parents should warn their children about pornography or at least monitor their surfing habits.

Your idea of a perfect Web site:
: If I had my own site, it would definitely be something that would explore all aspects of my personality. Something that would give aspiring actors insights into acting, along with information about my village, my films and roles in theatre. It would be about Manoj the person, and describe my journey in this profession so far.

Do you go ego-surfing, checking out sites or pages devoted to you?:
?: It is very flattering to find information about oneself online - sites, pages, pictures or even trivia. I am amazed at what I find about myself and at the kind of people around the world who read about me.

One celebrity you would like to chat with:
Naseeruddin Shah. It would be nice to chat with him anonymously and try and get some tips on how he manages to act so well. Greats like Marlon Brando, Robert De Niro and Al Pacino are also people I would love to chat up in my spare time.

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