The fundamental element of the Internet is interaction, between people. Currently, more emphasis is placed on the possibilities of interactive applications. For example, what to do if you have a question? What to do if you need help? Platforms like Yahoo! Answers, Baidu Zhidao, and the recently launched but still in closed beta Windows Live QnA all use traditional Board methods. Qunu Live uses a Tags search plus WebIM format, while the newly launched Otavo employs a method similar to social bookmarks combined with multi-user blogs. It allows for more detailed subheadings under broad topics to provide question-and-answer prompts, and through the social bookmarking method, it enables users to personally save, manage, and back up information. It also has the function of associated information filtering. ...
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Otavo aims to enhance user engagement by integrating elements that make interactions richer and more meaningful. By allowing users to organize questions and answers under specific themes, it encourages community participation and fosters a collaborative environment. The social bookmarking feature ensures that users can revisit important queries or responses easily, thereby creating a personalized knowledge base. Additionally, its multi-user blog functionality promotes discussions around shared interests, which not only helps in solving individual problems but also enriches the collective wisdom within the platform. This approach sets Otavo apart from traditional Q&A boards, as it leverages modern web technologies to create a more dynamic and interconnected user experience.