If you've forayed at all into the world of social networking sites (such as Facebook or Twitter), you have probably encountered some new slang terms, acronyms, and abbreviations. Friends and colleagues have interspersed acronyms like LOL (laughing out loud), OK (only kidding), and IMHO (in my humble opinion) within their email messages to me. My children (both in their 20's) seem to consider these abbreviations part of the private, secret language those of us over 40 would never understand. Ahem.

So that you too can be 'in the know,' here's a short list of many of the most common acronyms, decoded for your edification and enjoyment (in no particular order):

YGTBK: you've got to be kidding

WML: wish me luck

CSL: can't stop laughing

LAK: love and kisses

GL: good luck

AFN: that's all for now

AFC: away from computer

PAW: parents are watching

For more, visit www.internetslang.com.