What is The WELL?

Welcome to a gathering that's like no other.

The WELL, launched back in 1985 as the Whole Earth 'Lectronic Link, provides a watering hole for articulate and playful thinkers from all walks of life.

Why is this conversation so treasured?

Why did members of this community pull together to buy the service? [Check out the story of The WELL...]

Where in The WELL are you?

Wagner James Au, metaverse consultant
I'm a host of the Hawaii conference, and since I grew up on the islands before moving to California, it's my home away from home; my co-host and I try to make the place a casual, welcoming place for kamaainas and visitors alike. I also host Screenwriters, for folks who write for TV and film, or just enjoy dishing about Hollywood, and I'm a regular in the Games conference, a great place to geek out on the latest PC and console titles. [See more people, more suggestions...]

       

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Getting into The WELL

Membership is not for everyone, partly because we are non-anonymous here. Here's how to decide whether The WELL is for you, and whether you're for The WELL. [Before you join...]

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