Local conversations 2.0

ABSTRACT

In this paper, we describe Colloki, a web based local conversation system. Colloki aims to utilize a set of social and organizational features for a conversational environment that we believe is more effective than prevalent alternatives like forums and collaborative blogs.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.3 Group and Organization Interfaces

General Terms:
Design

Keywords:
local conversations, online deliberation, social network sites, syndication, tagging, web 2.0