In favour of weblogs....
I've been looking into the pros and cons of web logs. As Sali mentioned in the conference, I think that in our context - that of a group of students on an online course with discussion forums - the use of web logs may hinder the communication between us. The more logs there are, the more likely each of us is to miss something. However I'm still keen to give it a thorough "trying out".

Ken Young lists many advantages of web logs and suggests that they can provide a valuable insight into "someone's work, interests and views without having to ask them. The possibility of making useful connections and of learning from each other is enormously expanded. "

He goes on to draw a similarity between IM and blogging, saying "Just like the use of instant messaging, personal publishing through weblogs is likely to get an icy reception in most firms concerned about security and "need-to-know" issues. But smart companies will see that the advantages far outweigh the negatives."

Coudal Partners and 37signals offer Business Blogging Workshops that cost $395. For that price, weblogging must be becoming a valid business phenomenon.