5. What is Chat Server? A chat server is a specially equipped computer connected to the internet that allows users with chat clients to converse with one another via typed messages in real time. 8/19/2010 4
6. What is Chat Client? What is Chat Client? A chat client is a software program that allows users to connect to chat servers and communicate with other users via a chat room. 8/19/2010 5
7. Types of Chat:- Types Of Chat Synchronous Chat Asynchronous Chat 8/19/2010 6
8. Syncronous Chat Synchronous Chat Text only web based synchronous forum that enables multiple users to be online and in the same online "room" typing their comments to each other. All users have Internet connection; broadband connection not necessary but does reduce load time. 8/19/2010 7
9. Why use synchronous chat? Why Use Synchronous Chat ? When 2 or more users need to communicate synchronously . When purpose of communication is brief and not in depth.. 8/19/2010 8
10. Advantages of synchronous chat Advantages of Synchronous Chat To communicate (in writing) easily, quickly, and efficiently . Discussion via chat. Helps in Education. 8/19/2010 9
11. Disadvantages of synchronous chat Disadvantages of Synchronous Chat The discussion becomes very difficult to follow for more users Chat tends to be superficial . Chat sessions may not be able to be saved. 8/19/2010 10
12. Issues & problems related to synchronous chat This tool is of limited value in discussing issues Skills need to be developed. 8/19/2010 11
13. types of Synchronous chat Types Of Synchronous chat Web-based chat rooms Real-time chat: Internet Relay Chat (IRC) 8/19/2010 12
14. Web-based chat rooms Web-based chat rooms can be located throughout the Internet on pages such as fan club websites, online gaming sites and personal websites, among others. 8/19/2010 13
15. : Real-time chat Messaging software that lets you communicate with friends and colleagues in real time. Features include a quick launch bar, music file support, and a new answering service. Advantages Internet Message Programs 8/19/2010 14
16. Internet Relay Chat (IRC) Internet Relay Chat requires a specific program that allows a user to download the software. 8/19/2010 15
22. Asynchronous Chat Asynchronous communication is the relay of information with a time lag. The main disadvantage to asynchronous communication is time lost waiting for a response. 8/19/2010 19
