Online collaboration is something that we do everyday. Even outside of a school or business environment, collaborations happen in our daily lives when we send e-mails and text messages to friends or relatives as both parties constructively engage in a conversation as if the other was there in front of you. Businesses have turned to online collaboration mediums such as cloud computing as a way to cut costs and maintain productivity. Teams are now able to share ideas instantly as software companies are integrating instant messaging, video conferencing, and storage clouds within their programs.
Collaboration within a online community is the next big thing. It's easy, useful, innovative, and growing at a fast pace. Most cloud services are free of charge or ask for a small fee, so try it out when you get the chance. Check out some of the services companies are using here. Have any of you used any of these programs?
