As some of you are aware, recently we have been making an effort to technologically 'connect' the community more effectively. The new list environment is a part of this, as well as some first-steps we took in Sao Paulo in providing simultaneous translation for At-Large meetings (and many others actually), and we also provided inbound access to ALAC meetings for two members of the committee via Skype since they were unable to attend the Sao Paulo meetings in person. Whilst this was much better than them not being able to participate at all, it was somewhat less than ideal.

For the upcoming meeting of Asia-Pacific ALSes later this month, we will provide full videoconferencing access to the meetings for those ALS representatives unable to attend in person. The software we are using is a commercial product from Marratech (www.marratech.com) which was recommended to us by Rajnesh Singh of the Pacific Islands Chapter of ISOC, who are an actively participating ALS. (thanks again Raj!).

The software is available for us to trial for the entire month of February. The information on how to connect up is below, and if you are interested, Marratech are offering a 10-minute introduction to the software using Marratech itself - just let us know at staff@alac.icann.org if you want to do this. The software is very easy to use but that doesn't make an introduction useless :)

In particular we suggest that those who are planning to attend the APRALO meeting on February 28th via videoconference get a run-through of the system. You should also verify that you have the hardware needed (which is quite simple) and run one of the three operating systems supported (Mac OS X, Windows, Linux)

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From: "Jon Scanlan" <jon.scanlan@marratech.co.uk>
Date: 22 December 2006 11:34:50 GMT
To: "'Nick Ashton-Hart'" <nashton@spamcop.net>
Subject: RE: Marratech

Nick,

As we discussed I have created a private meeting area for you to use
with your colleagues. It would be great if early in the new year we
could meet in your room and spend 15-20 minutes covering the basic
features and functions.

There are 2 ways to enter the meeting room.

1 - Java Webstart (The preferred method)

Click the following link which will automatically install the Marratech
client: http://uk.emeetingportal.com/launch.jsp?sid=537

When prompted enter the user details:
Username: spamcop
Password: spamcop

This will take you into the virtual meting room.

2 - Installed client

Download the installation file from our website:
www.marratech.com/download and install in the usual manner

Open Marratech, select 'Marratech Meetings' / 'UK & France'

Login on the left hand side with the above details and your room will
appear at the bottom of the list under 'Private Rooms' - click to enter.

If you have any questions please do let me know otherwise let's meet up
early in the New Year.

Regards

Jon

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