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/^t/A cyberdoc is the name of a phenomenon which is inevitably spreading among Americans and gaining more and more supporters. It is widely known that the word 'doc' is short for 'doctor' and the prefix 'cyber' suggests that the thing will be connected with computers, especially with sending messages on the Internet. The phenomenon proves that another sphere of our life is being invaded by computers, which is an inevitable trend with technology apparently getting out of control. That is obvious that computers cannot replace conventional medicine, but Americans are quietly remaking their medicine. Aided by doc-in-a-box software programs and by online databases, they are managing their own health in ways that were recently unimaginable. The new tools are of course meant to supplement standard medical care, not replace it. But their role in the health system can only grow, for they are improving people's lives even while reducing their medical bills. Needless to say, this unconventional medical care is bound to have its advantages as well as disadvantages. Let us try first to pinpoint some obvious good sides.