<VV> RE: instant messaging.

[J R Read_HML]

I could see a potential for BoD prescheduled "meetings" - even using VOIP. 
I can't see it working well for 1,000 participants all at once.

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Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steven R. Marti" <srmarti at netzero.net>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2005 10:39 AM
Subject: <VV> RE: instant messaging.


> For what it's worth, I don't see much point in instant messaging.  If I'm
> going to have a real time conversation, I'd rather pick up the phone than
> bang away at a keyboard.  Voice communication is capable of maybe
> 300words/min.  I can't type that fast.  Near-real-time back and forth 
> might
> occasionally be useful to some, but I probably won't use it. Also seems to
> me that further geographically (east/west) separated individuals are the
> less likely to find instant messaging convenient.
>
> Steve
>
>
> Not that it is a big deal but has anyone ever kicked around the notion of
> the VV chapter taking advantage of using instant messaging?
>
> I believe that this could make VV more vibrant and would be a useful way 
> to
> foster further input from members, especially if the Directors participate
> on occasion.
>
> I like the format now, but this might be an improvement that we can
> implement with minimal cost which would enhance our ability to recruit new
> members.
>
>
>
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