An Introduction to Research Processes

Back to Finding Sources on the Internet

One of the most intriguing sources of information on the Internet — but also among the most confusing — is real-time communication. Two of the most common forms of real-time communication on the Internet are Chat and MOOs. Chat programs allow you to type messages to other people and to record your conversations for later review. MOOs (and the related MUDs and MUSHes) are similar to Chat rooms, but use architectural metaphors to organize discussions. When you enter a room in a MOO, for instance, you can receive a detailed description of the room and its inhabitants.

To read more about using Chat and MOOs, view our unit on Using Other Internet Resources.