my fav technology

a cousin who works for skype in london first turned me on to this technology that allowes you to have phone-like conversations through your broadband line by simply downloading the free software and plugging in a microphone and speakers/headphones. it's been really amazing having conversations with friends who have been on overseas exchanges or family who live on the other side of the world. it's also really good if you just want to have a quick chat to a friend who happens to be online at the same time. overall a really great/cheap tool for communicating and staying in touch.

although i'm a little scared/allergic to cameras - i like the idea that with webcams you can basically communicate face to face with someone far away - making online conferencing accessible and cheap.