Communication: Communication is a process in which data is transferred from one place to another. The three components of communication are:
- Sender: where the information is sent.
- Receiver: to whom the information is sent.
- Medium: through which the information is sent.
A computer is an electronic machine which can perform a variety of tasks like:
- Text formatting
- Producing sound
- Creating graphics
- Show clippings, etc.
All the above tasks are needed in the process of communication and that is why a computer is one of the most popular devices used for communication. In computer, communication information is sent electronically.
Advantages of Computer Communication:
There are the following advantages of computer communication:
- A user-friendly environment.
- Information can be sent in multiple ways.
- Information can be transferred in pictures, sound, text, etc. from the same place.
- Secured means of communication.
- It saves time as well as money.
Application of Computer Communication:
There are the following applications of computer communication:
- E-mail: Electronic mail is one of the most popular applications of communication.
- Video-conferencing: People from far off places can organize meetings very easily.
- Chatting: Different persons from different places can exchange their thoughts at the same time.
- Information Distributor: Information available on different computers can be used.
