The good folks over at
Meebo have done it again. In response to feedback that some companies and organizations have blocked Meebo access, they've released
Meebo Repeater. Repeater is a small, open-source and
experimental project designed to help you run Meebo, even if access is normally blocked where you are.
Meebo Repeater is a good alternative to third-party proxies, which pose potential security risks. With proxies, whoever runs the proxy could theoretically lift your password and other info. If you're a Meebo fan and your school or company blocks access, Repeater might just help you out.
Of course, if your company or organization blocks access, there might be a good reason for it, and working around that block might violate one or more rules, so use it responsibly and with discretion. As Sandy says, "Practice safe meebo!"