Internet News Internet Investing Internet Technology Windows Internet Tech. Groups service is the continuation of the service formerly known as eGroups, which merged with Yahoo in August of 2000. Groups allows anyone to setup and register a group online, and once setup, the user can register their group in one of the many topical categories provided. Groups can be setup to allow anyone to join, or with restricted access in which case the moderator must approve each new member.
Archives allow for the online searching of previous group messages.
Other features of the Groups service include the ability to see which other Group members are currently online, polling features for Group voting, and limited customization of the Group home page including the addition of photos or selection of color schemes. Groups service is free and available now. Groups home page for further information. Online Copyright 2001 INT Media Group, Incorporated All Rights Reserved.