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What is Electronic Communication?

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The exchange of information through electronic devices (e.g., phones, computers, etc.)

This form of communication has transformed how people interact globally.

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Types of Electronic communication

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Telecommuting

Teleconferencing

Electronic mail

Social networks and social media

The internet

Facsimiles

Scanning to email

Scanning to file.

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What is Telecommuting

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Telecommuting refers to the practice of employees working from a location outside of the traditional office environment, usually from home, by using telecommunications technology.

It allows individuals to complete their job duties via the internet, email, phone calls, video conferences, and other online tools.

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What is Teleconferencing?

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A virtual meeting where people communicate over distances via audio or video calls

Example of platforms where these meetings can be hosted: Zoom, Google Meet, Skype.

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What are Electronic mail

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Is a system used  for sending, receiving and storing messages via communication networks such as the internet.

Examples of electronic emailing systems: Gmail, Outlook.

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What are Social Networks?

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Platforms where people connect and share information, e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter.

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What is Social Media?

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Websites or apps used to create, share, or exchange content like text, pictures, and videos.

Examples: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Weblogs, Wikis, and Podcast.

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What is the Internet

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Is the largest existing computer network, linking individual computers and networks throughout the world via telephone lines, cabals and satellites.

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What is scanning to email?

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Scanning a physical document and sending it directly to someone via email.

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What is scanning to file

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Scanning a document and saving it as a digital file on your computer (e.g., PDF).