Meebo Repeater Beats Restrictions

[Jeff]

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!"

[kathleen31]

Does anyone have anymore information about the meebo repeater? I was thinking of giving it a try. Have you had success with it? My only question would be do I have to leave my PC at home running all day? I would assume so, but I usually turn it off when I leave for work.

Thanks!