Google Wave as a tool is the way people visualise what the protocol can offer them, which makes it easy to discuss. Think of trying to have a discussion about h

Google Wave as a tool is the way people visualise what the protocol can offer them, which makes it easy to discuss. Think of trying to have a discussion about http vs. a discussion about web browser with the people who are discussing it. (Most people wouldn't know a protocol if it hit them in the head.)