Some people think computers are anything but romantic. But love is alive and well on the Internet. A number of sites around the web are devoted to promoting good old-fashioned romance. So if you want to wow your mate or surprise a date, check out the following:

Love begins with a bit of flirting. If you need help brushing up on your flirtation skills, visit Flirts International . Learn the basics of flirting, romantic flirting, even how to be a married flirt! Got a question? Ask the Angel of Flirting.

Your next step might be a kiss. From gentle pecks to soulful smooches, The Kiss will show you how it's done. This site also allows you to e-mail a cartoon kiss to a special someone or print out a coupon for a kiss to present to your loved one. (I dropped one into my husband's lunchbox for a mid-day surprise.)

Ready for more serious romance? How about sending your sweetheart a love letter? Valentine.com will help you compose the perfect card or letter. You can be completely original, or draw inspiration from such immortal lovers as Dylan Thomas, Elizabeth Barrett Browning or Isadora Duncan.

Valentine.com will mail your letter for you if you like. This site also includes fun and silly games such as 'Design a Date' as well as on-line shopping for cards and gifts. Don't let the name of this site fool you. Love notes are perfect any time of year.

Sometimes, words aren't enough. To really impress someone, you need flowers. You can send your sweetie a fresh bouquet, or a free email one, at Virtual Flowers.

Select one of several attractive flower arrangements and Virtual Flowers will send a message to the recipient to come to the site and 'pick up' their flowers. They can view the arrangement and read your card on-line.

Maybe a postcard is the perfect way to convey your sentiments to a loved one. Internet Card Central lists dozens of sites to send free email cards for special occasions, or just to say, "I love you." The site also provides tips to help you choose just the right card for the occasion.

Nothing sets the stage for romance like a candlelit dinner for two. Sugarplums has everything you need to make the evening perfect, from advice on creating a romantic mood, menu suggestions and even step-by-step recipes.

This site's Romance of the Heart section has dozens of interesting articles, including an excellent section for men on how to choose the perfect lingerie gift, complete with a glossary so you'll be able to knowledgeably discuss the difference between a demi-bra and a merry widow.

Pegasus' Romance Pages offers links to dozens of romance-related articles. Here you can brush up on '101 ways to be romantic' or find out 'How to talk to your lover.' Pick up dating tips or learn what makes someone a hopeless romantic.

Inspiration Point is dedicated to the idea of putting romance in our everyday lives. You can sign up for a free weekly email newsletter which features ideas on how you can add more romance to your life. At the site, you can learn how to say "I love you" in 20 languages, or read discussions of romantic movies and music. Romantic ideas from past newsletters are posted. For example: take your lover for a sunrise stroll in a local park.

Single or married, old or young, everyone can add a little romance to their lives with help from the cyber-cupids at the above web sites.