The Different Forms of Communication Technology
- Smart phones provide access to communication almost anywhere.Jupiterimages/Goodshoot/Getty Images
The advent of the cell phone was a major transformation in communication. Gone were location restrictions on making calls. Standard functions, including making and receiving calls, leaving messages and storing voicemail have remained. Cell phones have shifted into smart phones with the addition of web access and applications that allow you to read books, buy tickets or even unlock your car all with the touch of a button. Smart phones provide instant access to information anywhere you can acquire cell phone service. The continued evolution of the smart phone makes it an important tool for staying connected. - Sharing ideas is one component of social networking.Justin Sullivan/Getty Images News/Getty Images
Social networking sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter make staying updated easy. Share photos with family, gossip about your favorite topics or simply check out what everyone's plans are for the day by following them on a social networking site. Beyond the social aspect, these sites serve as a great marketing tool for businesses, organizations and even political candidates. The capability of reaching millions of people at one time is extraordinary. Promote your own organization or business through updates or by placing advertisements on these sites. The enrollment of millions on social networking sites has spurred a communication revolution that encourages people of all ages to become involved. - Type what you know or research something new that interests you for your blog.Thinkstock Images/Comstock/Getty Images
Share information, record your thoughts and allow for comments through blogging. Blogs provide a way to share information through writing, photography or uploading videos. Attach hyperlinks to share more information with your readers. Literally everything can be included in a blog, from personal experiences to informative articles. Government officials even blog to connect with their constituents as an informal way of sharing information and gathering feedback. Blogs range widely in content, so there is always something new to read or write. - Seeing the person on the other end of the call creates a more fulfilling experience.Digital Vision/Digital Vision/Getty Images
Talking to people around the world was a wonderful advancement as phones grew in popularity. With the Internet, simply talking on the phone was not enough. Now you can actually see the person on the other end of the call. Web programs allow users to connect with others through their phone, computer or TV, as long as they have a web cam and connection. Use it to stay in touch with family members, hold conferences calls and work with people all around the world. Tens of millions of people use this technology daily to communicate with one another, allowing them to not only hear what is occurring, but to see as well.
