In preparation for having a meeting I would like to know the platforms everyone is using.  It seems that IRC may be the text messaging approach we use beyond voice calls over Skype.  Whatever we use, I want to make sure everyone can get into the discussion if they want.
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So please reply to all for this email and tell us what your choice platform is for daily use. And include your preferences for web browser, IM&nbsp; and IRC clients.<br />
 
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I have used Windows, Mac and Linux over the years and I know it has been difficult to find a good IRC client when using a different platform.&nbsp; Once we know the platforms and IRC clients people feel work best I will get some basic instructions on&nbsp; the wiki explaining how to get those programs and how to get into the RC channel.
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Also, for those SysAdmin types out there.&nbsp; Do any you have a good way to capture the IRC discussion and publish it afterward? We will want to archive these meetings and highlight the major points and decisions of the meetings.
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And while some may choose not to use Skype anyone who would like to take part in a voice discussion and save yourself from typing, I will be happy to have any join a conference call with me.&nbsp; Remember that Skype is free and runs on Windows, MacOS X and Linux.
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<a href="http://www.skype.com/download/">http://www.skype.com/download/</a>&nbsp;
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Brennan Stehling
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