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7.6. Groupware systems

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Groupware is defined as computer-based systems that support groups of people engaged in collaborative tasks.Groupware technologies provide an interface to a shared environment, which may combine diverse technologies towards a comprehensive toolset, e.g.: videoconferencing, instant messaging, email, wiki, blogs, etc. Groupware can be divided into three categories: electronic communication tools, electronic conferencing tools, collaborative management tools. Groupware in general is strongly related to the research domain of Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW).

 

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DEMO_net. DEMO_net Deliverable 5.1: Report on current ICTs to enable Participation. Deliverable, DEMO_net Consortium, 4 2006.

 


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