I remember Bob and Doug were talking about the computerbank project earlier on seul-edu. I have just had a quick trip around your web site and would love to help out somehow. I soon hope to archive it so others can read it. The cost of information, or being able to access people that have information is expensive.
People become powerless without access to information and knowledge.
Those that can afford to access information are far better off in today's society. With the advent of the Internet and computer networking, information is all but a step away for some people. Communication with other people is paramount in today's society. People are a source of support, ideas and experiences. The ease with which one can communicate with others via computer networks is incredible.