CS Odessa has released ConceptDraw MindWave (http://www.conceptdraw.com/mindwave), an updated version of its mind mapping tool for Google Wave. This is a no charge add-in, which enables users to collaborate with any amount of people, from two to 2000.

ConceptDraw MindWave — compatible with Mac OS X and Windows — provides teams the opportunity to interactively collaborate on a mind map while building a map structure that represents the focus of collaboration. The mind map can then take full advantage of Google Wave playback and more, according to Olin Reams, general manager for the Americas at CS Odessa. He adds that improved functionality of ConceptDraw MindWave 2:

° A Getting Started mind map on first launch to introduce new users to functionality;

° A horizontal scroll bar for more versatile navigation;

° Automatic hyperlinking of URL topic text;

° The addition of help and privacy resources to gadget;

° New shortcuts and many usability improvements.