A note is typically a short message that you create in BSCW. Notes are a suitable means to
o To inform the members of a work area about a topic,
o Start or participate in a discussion about a problem,
o to ask all members to comment on a topic.
Chats are displayed on the right side of the screen. Within a folder, chats or notes can be created as standalone posts or as replies to other chats. Outside of chats, a chat can exist as an entry in your trash if you have removed it.