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SQA Unit DW7J 11Social Software
E-communication Methods
Russell TaylorLecturer in Computing & Business Studies
Instant MessagingDifferent from E-mail
Web 2.0 DevelopmentLargely Broadband-dependent but some
communication possible with dial-up connectionsMessaging in real timeUsually different software used from E-mail clientFunctionality overlapping E-mail and extending it:
Audio Video File Exchange
What is Instant MessagingPrivate Messaging – unless you want to share itUses a ‘client’ program e.g. MSN MessengerUses ‘Presence Information’ to inform you who is
onlineIM developed from proper real-time typing (where
typos and corrections were seen by the recipient) – like a telephone conversation, to only seeing the last line when a new one is started like an exchange of letters – more like e-mail
Status messages can also be set telling communication group where you are /when you will be online
IM and Where it Came FromBulletin Boards / UsenetMSN / Yahoo ChatAllows use of a contacts listNormally one-to-one
With use of Groups chat can be extended but usually only text can be transmitted
Skype & MSN AudioAdvantages
Make free telephone calls – worldwideNeed same clients operating at either endCan include multiple people at same timeUseful for like-minded groups to keep in touch
Clubs Workmates University Alumni Friends and Relatives
Skype & MSN Audio (2)Disadvantages
Both people need to be using same systemBoth need to be using system at same time‘Conferences’ can be risky – with fraudsters and
other criminals lurking looking for information from you e.g. to steal identity
IM – Video at CollegeUsed to be expensive to set-up infrastructureNow cheap and easy to use
Equipment required: Web Cam PC Internet Connection – preferably Broadband
Example shown: Marratech
IM - Video at HomeWindows Live Messenger – free
Videophone calls freeTour of Windows Live Messenger
Functions:Free video and voice callsShare files and FoldersOffline and text messaging
Unlike Skype – landline and mobile calls are supported, text messaging to mobiles. Music and photos can be shared by dragging & dropping!
TasksIn a Word table
Review the online demos of latest version of MSN Messenger
List the features of the latest version of MSN Messenger in this new Word table
Create hyperlinks to on-line demos and useful pages in your table
Keep this for your Portfolio
ChatFull Name ‘Internet Relay Chat’ or IRCAvailable since 1988Part of the Internet that predates the WWWLets users communicate simultaneously
Hidden dangers – identity fraud
See www.chatdanger.com for advice on Internet Safety
Facilities of Chat RoomJoining – existing Chat room for
shared interestsIf none - start a new Chat roomPost comments, invite commentsRespond to others commentsInvite on-line users to join in a
private chat
Wiki and Moodle ‘Chat’Discussion forums
Respond to invitePractice use of Wiki DiscussionPractice use of Moodle Discussion