Jäkälä, Mikko, and Eleni Berki. "Communities, communication, and online identities." Digital identity and social media. IGI Global, 2013. 1-13.

This insightful article delves into the complexities of online identity management within social media and online communities, critically examining five distinct types of online identities. The study explores the differences, similarities, advantages, and disadvantages associated with each identity type, offering examples to elucidate potential misconceptions and enhance understanding. By dissecting the nuances of interacting anonymously or eponymously, and the implications of having singular, multiple, or no online identities, the authors aim to enrich the discourse on online communication and increase user awareness about the distinctive features and potential impacts of their online identity choices.