July 3, 2005 Core collaboration features Required - text chat
- messages not thru server, no centralized logging
- local logging at user discretion
- direct dragging of pictures (not quite "whiteboard," no annotation)
- I typically pre-annotate prior to sending
- recipient needs not take any action
- nor provide viewing software
- picture embedded inline within chat window
- sender controls sequence
- share clickable URL (hotlinks), for co-browsing
- file transfer
- (requires explicit actions by both parties by default, can change to auto-accept)
- dynamic throttling
- unlimited size
- no file type restrictions
- direct point-to-point transfer, not thru server
- no delay, no unintended custodianship
- conference room (multiple participants)
- saving of conversation log in HTML
- voice
clips: very handy for conducting near-realtime voice communication, or
occasional supplement to text chat. Much more productive and less
intrusive than voice call.
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