How much difference between Live and Internet play?

[steamboatin]

I like to play live and I have stopped playing online because I was constantly losing. I would get up and then go bust. It seems to me there is significant differences between Internet play and live action. I would like your thoughts because I am considering returning to Internet play but want to make sure my head is in the right place.

I have no intention of becoming a Pro or even semi-pro. I am a recreational player but I don't enjoy giving my money away.