Electronic Communication Systems

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Questions and Answers

Which characteristic primarily distinguishes synchronous electronic communication systems from asynchronous systems?

  • The cost of implementation.
  • The reliance on internet-based technologies.
  • The number of participants involved.
  • The need for participants to be available simultaneously. (correct)

What is the primary function of electronic conferencing in a business setting?

  • To foster greater collaboration among geographically dispersed members. (correct)
  • To reduce the cost of internet access for employees.
  • To replace traditional telephone systems.
  • To eliminate the need for any form of physical meetings.

In electronic conferencing, what differentiates a point-to-point setup from a multipoint setup?

  • The reliance on a central network hub.
  • The type of hardware required.
  • The level of security encryption used.
  • The number of participants involved. (correct)

What role does an electronic meeting system primarily serve in an organization?

<p>Assisting in organizing, creating, and facilitating meetings. (D)</p>
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What is the defining characteristic of 'pull' technology in electronic discussions?

<p>Users must actively retrieve or 'pull' the information. (C)</p>
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How does 'push' technology differ from 'pull' technology in electronic discussions?

<p>'Push' technology delivers information automatically to users, while 'pull' technology requires active retrieval by the user. (C)</p>
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What is the main purpose of electronic publishing?

<p>To facilitate the digital distribution of textual and other readable materials. (B)</p>
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Which of the following is an example of portable electronic media used in electronic publishing?

<p>Flash drives. (B)</p>
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How do electronic versions of traditional media contribute to electronic publishing?

<p>By converting paper-based media into digital formats for distribution. (A)</p>
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In the context of electronic publishing, what does 'new media' primarily rely on to reach its audience?

<p>Internet connectivity. (C)</p>
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Which aspect of electronic publishing is most enhanced by online collaboration and sharing?

<p>Collaboration between recipients and creators. (D)</p>
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Why is electronic publishing considered an environment-friendly medium?

<p>It eliminates the need for paper. (C)</p>
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In what way does electronic publishing enhance portability and storage of media?

<p>By making media easier to store and transport on devices like flash drives. (A)</p>
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How does digital distribution benefit electronic publishing?

<p>It allows material to quickly reach and be shared among recipients. (C)</p>
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What potential business models can be implemented through electronic publishing?

<p>All of the above. (D)</p>
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What is a primary security risk associated with electronic publishing?

<p>Data piracy. (A)</p>
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How can plagiarism be mitigated in electronic publishing?

<p>By using digital watermarks. (C)</p>
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Why might implementing a business model in electronic publishing face challenges related to public opinion?

<p>Due to the perception that online information should be free. (C)</p>
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What resources are utilized by an electronic communication system to provide fast and inexpensive communication channels?

<p>Telephony, computing hardware, networks, and the Internet. (D)</p>
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What characteristic is a component of electronic communication systems that especially promotes increased collaboration among members of an organization and reduces the need for physical meetings?

<p>Electronic conferencing. (C)</p>
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Flashcards

Electronic Communication System

An information system providing fast, inexpensive communication via telephony, hardware, networks, and the internet.

Synchronous Communication

Communication requiring members to be available simultaneously, like chat rooms or video calls.

Asynchronous Communication

Communication not requiring simultaneous availability, such as forums or email.

Electronic Conferencing

Synchronous communication that encourages collaboration, using internet technologies to broaden coverage.

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Point-to-Point Conferencing

Electronic conferencing between two members.

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Multipoint Conferencing

Electronic conferencing between multiple members using a central network hub.

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Electronic Meeting System

A system assisting in organizing and facilitating meetings, synchronously or asynchronously.

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Electronic Discussion

Information system facilitating textual or non-textual discussion between members.

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"Pull" Technologies

Discussion where users must actively access the information.

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"Push" Technologies

Discussion that comes to the user without requiring action.

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Electronic Publishing

Electronic system for digital publication available on devices with electronic screens.

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Portable Electronic Media

Storing and publishing content on physical media like flash drives.

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Electronic Versions of Traditional Media

Converting paper-based media to digital formats like PDFs or e-books.

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New Media

Publishing reliant on the internet, such as blogs and online platforms.

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Online Collaboration and Sharing

Publishing using internet connectivity, emphasizing collaboration.

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Paperless Medium

Advantage of electronic publishing that eliminates paper use.

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Portability and Storage

Advantage of easy storage of textual material in digital formats.

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Digital Distribution

Advantage of quickly sharing published material through the internet.

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Business Model Vector

Advantage of creating new business models via online magazines, pay-per-view, etc.

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Security Issues

Risk where data might be stolen; can be mitigated by encryption.

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Study Notes

  • An electronic communication system uses resources like telephony, computing hardware, networks, and the Internet to provide fast and inexpensive communication channels

Types of Electronic Communication Systems

  • Electronic communication systems are categorized by time and availability
  • Synchronous systems require members to be available at the same time such as chat rooms
  • Instant messaging and audio/video teleconferencing are examples of synchronous systems
  • Asynchronous systems do not require simultaneous availability such as forums, email and online bulletin boards

Electronic Conferencing

  • Electronic conferencing enhances collaboration among members using Internet-based technologies
  • It broadens coverage and eliminates the need for physical locations and is mostly synchronous

Types of Electronic Conferencing

  • Electronic conferencing is categorized by the number of members present
  • Point-to-point involves communication between two members, similar to telephone calls
  • Multipoint involves multiple members, uses a central network hub, and enables simultaneous collaboration

Electronic Meeting System

  • Electronic meeting systems aid in creating, organizing, and facilitating meetings
  • They can be synchronous or asynchronous and incorporate tools like electronic conferencing and scheduling systems

Electronic Discussion

  • Electronic discussion uses electronic mediums to facilitate textual or non-textual discussions
  • It uses tools commonly found in electronic conferencing solutions, but for a different purpose

Types of Electronic Discussion

  • Electronic discussion is categorized by time/availability and how information is sent/received
  • "Pull" technologies require users to access the discussion, like logging into online forums
  • "Push" technologies send information to users without requiring action, ensuring dissemination

Electronic Publishing

  • Electronic publishing facilitates the digital publication of textual and other readable material
  • It can be viewed on devices like computers, tablets, and smartphones.

Examples of Electronic Publishing

  • Electronic publishing is diverse, with implementations using various resources:
  • Portable Electronic Media involves physical storage like CDs/DVDs/BDs, Flash Drives, or External Hard Drives
  • Electronic Versions of Traditional Media converts paper media to digital formats like PDFs, E-Books, Online Magazines, and Online Newspapers
  • New Media relies on the Internet, like Blogs/Vlogs, and Digital Publication Platforms
  • Online Collaboration and Sharing uses Internet connectivity, emphasizing collaboration through Podcasts, Collaborative Software, and Cloud Sharing

Benefits of Electronic Publishing

  • Electronic publishing relies on non-physical aspects, for advantages in electronic communication
  • Being paperless reduces environmental impact
  • Media is easily stored electronically and can be delivered quickly
  • Internet enables quick sharing digitally
  • Opens avenues for business models like subscriptions or pay-per-view

Risks of Electronic Publishing

  • Risks include:
  • Security Issues: Data Piracy can be solved by encryption
  • Plagiarism: Mitigation is possible using digital watermarks
  • Public Opinion on Business Models can turn away potential recipients

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