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| Developer(s) | HBR Labs |
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| Operating system | Microsoft windows, Mac OS X, Linux |
| Type | Collaborative web application |
| Website | www.showdocument.com |
ShowDocument is an online web application that allows multiple users to conduct web meetings, upload, share and review documents from remote locations[1]. The service was developed by the HBR Labs company, established in 2007.
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[edit] Features
Users can collaborate on and review documents in real time, with annotations and text being visible to all users and accessible for co-editing. The idea of every user being able to annotate can cause conflicts within the sessions, and so main navigation options are under the "presenter"'s control - which she can give to a different user as well[2]. An earlier version of the application, by contrast, had allowed all users to navigate and edit at once, causing the system to drop all incomplete edits.[1]
It is possible to draw and write on a virtual whiteboard, and to stream a Youtube video to a group in full synchronization. A feature also exists for co-browsing of Google Maps. Entering an open session in the application can be done with a given code number, or by sending\receiving a link through an Email message. Different file formats can be uploaded and saved either online or offline, such as PDF. A PDF file's text cannot be edited - text is edited through the separate text editor[3][4]. Although the platform contains a text chat, it is not intended to replace instant messaging software, as there are no extensive messaging features. The application has a paid and a free version, with the free version having a few limitations: audio and video options are disabled, number of participants is limited and sessions are time-limited.
[edit] Development
Showdocument was first developed in 2007. On September 8, 2009, HBR labs released a new version which included features such as secure online document storage and mobile device support.
[edit] References
- ^ a b "ShowDocument does simple live collaboration". Cnet. http://news.cnet.com/8301-17939_109-10070332-2.html.
- ^ "Show Document: Easy, No-Signup Live Document Collaboration". gigaom. http://gigaom.com/collaboration/show-document-easy-no-signup-live-document-collaboration/.
- ^ "Online collaboration on the cheap: 20 free and low-cost tools". computerworld. http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9177575/Online_collaboration_on_the_cheap_20_free_and_low_cost_tools.
- ^ "Collaborate and share documents online using Show Document". http://www.online-tech-tips.com/cool-websites/free-online-document-collaboration-software/.
