What is the possible contribution of SL to the community?

The growing economy in Second Life may contribute to real economy since there is a trend that virtual economy has started to supplant real economy. The idea that all the components of real economy are physical is challenged.

Second Life Create an innovative learning environment for students and faculty. Explore new tools and techniques for information and scientific visualization.

Second Life enables the design of collaborative meeting spaces and interaction with colleagues from across the globe.

Social efficiency may be improved if government and organization functions can be incorporated into Second Life. Some of these functions can be taxation, licensing, etc.