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Evolving the Social Network

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the somebody-will-get-this-right-someday dept.

arantius writes "An article on BottomQuark points to a new development: Here's a story about a new start-up Huminity, referred to as the technology of the year. The software they produce combines instant messaging, chat, and social networking. After burning through over $30k of personal funds, the team has now raised millions for their company. We've heard about Friendster recently, but somehow this seems more interesting." Jamie adds: Social networking was in the news recently because this patent apparently covers much of it. It was bought for $700K by the two underdogs and may be used to beat up on Friendster. Don't worry, the guy who wrote Slashdot's friend-of-friend code doesn't think we're affected :)

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  1. obvious, but... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Redundant

    The social network is limited to windows users. If the point is to connect with other people, it should be available to all people with a computer and an internet connection.. not just computers running windows.

  2. One day they will patent walking... by jp31415926 · · Score: 0, Redundant
    ...and we'll all be screwed!

    Seriously, something has got to be done about patenting of simple things like this. Why does everyone have to hored all their cool ideas! Is it that important to make a few more bucks by keeping everyone else from using your cool little idea?

    WHY CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG! :-)