Personal Portals

Abstract

A portal, generally viewed as a gateway to resources, can be more pragmatically defined by its context of use. Portal development follows a continuum of use, beginning first with organizational portals, followed by more niche-driven user portals, and finally, a new category, personal portals. Personal portals have evolved out of individual and small group needs to advocate, educate, and collaborate. A foundational perspective, predominant influences, and examples describe each category.