. The format is similar to a conversation

Seven Ways to Communicate on the Internet

Communicating is an essential part of being a human being. The Internet has greatly changed the way we communicate, even expanded the ease and ability to communicate. Here are some of the many ways that the Internet has made communication possible, even faster and easier!
Email: Writing letters, quick notes, or sending pictures and documents is easy and instant with email. It's like a virtual "room" where people can join into conversations or just read along as others contribute to the conversation. It's just like a phone or face to face conversation, but it is simply typed text (and small icons showing emotion). The format is similar to a conversation, as one person starts a conversation and anyone else can respond. You can respond to the first comment or question, or to the comments of others who responded before you. Usually these sites have a much larger variety of questions, from practical to human interest to opinion, than what you would find on a professional forum site. This is a way to anonymously ask a question and anyone who comes across your question can answer it. You can then pick the best answer to give that person points to boost their "reputation". Basically, it's like an online journal. Blogs can be professional and educational, or informal and anonymous. It's a great method of self expression to anyone who cares to read (or view, if it's a video or photo blog). Social Networking: Although these sites have many more purposes than just communicating, it is a primary resource. There are many different types of social networking sites. Basically, it's a profile page of yourself and about you, and then you connect to the profile sites of others. You can send and receive messages, like email, post notes and longer messages, like blogs, and sometimes have group conversations or send messages, somewhat like chat and instant messaging. With Internet access, you can take advantage of these developments! ***Internet access is available as little as for $6.95 a month in the US and Canada.