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.