I installed Laconica and have most of the functionality working fine and you can cross post to Twitter as well! However, the best experience for services like this are using a desktop client like Twhirl.

Twhirl supports many micro-blogging services like Twitter as well as Laconica.  By downloading this small Adobe Air desktop app you will be connected and updated as new posts come up on the HEaRD!

First you will need to visit herd.solidworksheard.com and setup an account by clicking "Register" at the top of the page. (Please note, due to an increase in spam accounts, I have switched the service to invite only.  You can request an invite by emailing me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and I will send you an invite link to register.). Once you are registered and have entered as much data as you like in your Profile settings you will be ready to use Twhirl!

Setup is extremely easy:

1. Download Twhirl and install.
2. Click on Configure (wrench icon)
3. Click "Open Accounts"
4. Pick "laconi.ca" from the selection list
5. Type in " This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it " and click the "+".
6. Then select your account and click "Connect"
7. All finished! Now start posting!

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