Which of the Following Is an Advantage of Instant Messaging

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of instant messaging (IM) ?

• A) It includes "presence functionality," which allows coworkers to locate each other online, thus avoiding wasting time tracking someone down who is out of the office.
• B) It is immediate; a user knows right away whether a message has reached its recipient.
• C) It avoids phone tag and eliminates the downtime associated with personal telephone conversations.
• D) All of the above are advantages of instant messaging (IM).

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