Joom

Joom is a collaborative brainstorming tool that runs on Java and is cross-platform. This software is similar to a group chat with the added functionality of creating topics for discussion. The primary focus of Joom is simplicity and ease of use. Users are only required to install the Joom client to use this tool.

The Joom client runs on any computer with a Java Virtual Machine (5.0 or greater) and a Gmail account. However, any Jabber account can be used, and Gmail accounts are also Jabber accounts. It is important to note that while Joom is required to create a brainstorming session, it is not required to join an existing session. Instead, gtalk's group chat can be used to join an existing session, though some features will be missed.

It is important to note that Joom is distributed and double licensed under the Artistic License/GPL. This makes Joom unique in terms of software licensing and ensures that it can be used by a broad range of users. Overall, Joom is a highly effective and user-friendly software tool that is perfect for all sorts of collaborative brainstorming sessions.