Electronic Communication Systems

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In synchronous electronic communication systems, what is a primary requirement for participants?

  • Participants need to be present at the same physical location.
  • Participants need to be available at the same time. (correct)
  • Participants must use only textual communication methods.
  • Participants must utilize only pre-recorded audio/video materials.

Which of the following best characterizes electronic conferencing's main objective?

  • To limit business member interactions to local networks only.
  • To replace traditional telephone systems entirely.
  • To reduce the use of Internet-based technologies in business.
  • To foster greater collaboration among members, regardless of location. (correct)

A company wants to set up electronic conferencing for training sessions where a presenter interacts with attendees at different locations simultaneously. Which type of electronic conferencing is most suitable?

  • Point-to-point conferencing
  • Asynchronous conferencing
  • Multipoint conferencing (correct)
  • Text-based conferencing

What distinguishes an electronic meeting system from a standard electronic communication system?

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In the context of electronic discussion, what characteristic defines 'pull' technologies?

<p>Users are required to actively seek out and retrieve the information. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An online forum sends users email notifications whenever a new thread is created in a category they follow. Which type of electronic discussion technology does this represent?

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What is the primary function of electronic publishing in an electronic communication system?

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A company decides to publish its annual report as a PDF on its website instead of printing physical copies. Which type of electronic publishing does this exemplify?

<p>Electronic Versions of Traditional Media (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of electronic publishing over traditional publishing in terms of environmental impact?

<p>It eliminates the need for paper, reducing environmental impact. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following presents a potential security risk associated with electronic publishing?

<p>Data piracy and unauthorized access to published content. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Electronic Communications System

An information system that provides fast and inexpensive communication using available resources. Examples: telephony, hardware, networks, and the Internet.

Synchronous Communication

Requires members to be available at the same time. Examples: chat rooms, instant messaging, and audio/video teleconferencing.

Asynchronous Communication

Does not require members to be available at the same time. Examples: forums, email, and online bulletin boards.

Electronic Conferencing

A synchronous component that encourages collaboration using Internet-based technologies, eliminating the need for a physical location.

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Point-to-Point Conferencing

Involves only two points between two members, similar to telephone calls.

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Multipoint Conferencing

Involves multiple points between multiple members, using a central network hub for simultaneous collaboration.

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Electronic Meeting System

Assists in the creation, organization, and facilitation of meetings, and can be synchronous or asynchronous.

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Electronic Discussion

Facilitates textual or non-textual discussion between members using an available electronic medium.

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"Pull" Technologies (Discussion)

Requires a user to do something to access the discussion, like logging into an online forum.

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"Push" Technologies (Discussion)

The discussion comes to the user without requiring action, disseminating information with or without the user's direct retrieval.

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Study Notes

  • Electronic communication systems provide fast communication using resources like telephony, hardware, networks, and the Internet.

Types of Electronic Communication Systems

  • Synchronous systems require members to be available at the same time such as chat rooms.
  • Asynchronous systems do not require simultaneous availability like forums and email.

Electronic Conferencing

  • Electronic conferencing is synchronous and enhances collaboration using Internet technologies while reducing the need for physical presence.

Types of Electronic Conferencing

  • Point-to-Point involves communication between two members.
  • Multipoint involves multiple members and uses a central network hub for simultaneous collaboration.

Electronic Meeting Systems

  • Electronic meeting systems facilitate creating, organizing, and running meetings, and can be synchronous or asynchronous.

Electronic Discussion

  • Electronic discussion systems support textual or non-textual discussions using electronic mediums.

Types of Electronic Discussion

  • "Pull" technologies require users to access the discussion, like logging into online forums.
  • "Push" technologies deliver the discussion to the user automatically.

Electronic Publishing

  • Electronic publishing is the digital distribution of textual and readable information.

Examples of Electronic Publishing

  • Portable Electronic Media such as CDs, flash drives, or external hard drives are a form of publishing.
  • Electronic Versions of Traditional Media include digital copies of books, magazines, and newspapers.
  • New Media relies on the Internet (Blogs/Vlogs) to reach audiences.
  • Online Collaboration and Sharing like podcasts use internet connectivity to facilitate publishing.

Benefits of Electronic Publishing

  • Being paperless, electronic publishing reduces environmental impact.
  • Electronic media is easily stored and portable when compared to traditional media.
  • Digital distribution allows quick sharing among recipients through the Internet.
  • Electronic publishing can create opportunities for business models, such as online subscriptions.

Risks of Electronic Publishing

  • Security issues mean that Encrypting published documents may cause data piracy.
  • Plagiarism is a risk because digital content can be stolen.
  • Public opinion on business models may turn away recipients with online subscriptions.

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