Researchers from IBM and Linden Lab® gathered in an experimental area of the 3D virtual world, Second Life. Together they prepared to teleport outside Second Life to another virtual world, called OpenSim. It was a journey no avatar had taken before. More info @ http://blog.secondlife.com/2008/07/08/ibm-linden-lab-interoperability-announcement/

Across the Metaverse: from Second Life to OpenSim

Second Life is a 3D virtual world entirely created by its Residents. Since opening to the public in 2003, it has grown explosively and today is inhabited by millions of members from around the globe. This podcast features: (1) insightful interviews with Linden Lab staff, (2) Video Tutorials by Torley which teach you how to use SL in a fun and fast fashion, and (3) selected machinima works by community creators. You can join us @ secondlife.com

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Friendly greetings! *You* can learn Second Life in a fun and fast fashion! The enthusiastic Torley is your host, taking you on a tour through tips, tricks, and techniques that'll increase your confidence and make you smile. :) Whether you're a newcomer or longtime Resident, your inworld experience will benefit from these video tutorials.

More info @ secondlife.com/video

"VIRTUAL KNOWLEDGE, REAL RESULTS."

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Second Life Official: Interviews, Video Tutorials, & Machinima

Across the Metaverse: from Second Life to OpenSim

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