OpenID vs Plurk
A side-by-side look at OpenID and Plurk. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
OpenID
Online Services
OpenID is an open standard and decentralized authentication protocol that allows users to log into different websites using the same digital identity. It eliminates the need for separate usernames and passwords for each site.
authenticationidentityloginopen-standard
Plurk
Social & Communications
Plurk is a free social networking and microblogging service that allows users to send updates through short messages or links, which can be up to 360 characters in length. It has a timeline structure with features such as Karma and Qualified Friends.
social-networkingmicrobloggingtimelinemessaging