News Analysis by CNET observing how Disney and Time Warner, by building enhanced entertainment sites, threaten topical online communities. http://news.com.com/2100-1023-223726.html
Articles, links and discussions on various programs used to communicate on the internet. Covers messaging, conferencing, discussion forums, telephony, chat and email. http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/9189
Online community builder, acknowledged expert on social and cultural implications of cyberspace. Includes informative articles and advice and commentary on current online communities. https://www.rheingold.com/
Information architecture, interface design, and strategy for online places. Tips, tricks, and articles comparing real and online communities to improve your relationship with customers, clients and employees. http://www.digitalgeographer.com/
Directory of resources and tools for building online communities. Rich content for analysis of virtual communities. With a list of popular communities and vendors in this field. http://www.start4all.com/?A=page&subject=virtualcommunities