synchronous
A term used for technologies where users must be online at the same time in order to interact. This may include real-time chat, live conferencing or a scheduled online discussion.
Related terms
asynchronous
chat
chat room
internet relay chat (IRC)
internet telephony
MSN Messenger (MSN)
tele-conferencing
video conferencing
real-time
online
voice over internet protocol (VoIP)
Term sub categories
Internet/web
communications - other
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