mars

Plone:
-is a content management system (like "webct")
-is an open source software
-is a major player (especially in Europe)
-empowers collaboration

Plone is server-software and people can learn to use in an hour-very easy! Members of sites can add, edit, share, and discuss content. It is open source software-a philosophy of community control/open access. It has multi-lingual abilities. Great for diversity!