Which of the following is true about 'chatting' via mediated communication technology?
A) Chat is synchronous in nature: it takes place in real time.
B) Chat is asynchronous in nature: it is time-delayed.
C) You cannot transfer files in chat.
D) You cannot chat in any web-based email programs.
E) Chat is different to instant messaging.

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Chat is a synchronous form of communication as it takes place in real-time. Participants in the chat room type and send messages that can be seen by everyone in the chat room simultaneously.

Answer: E
 Chatting is different from instant messaging in that it takes place in chat rooms where multiple participants can engage in a conversation, while instant messaging is a one-on-one form of communication where messages are exchanged between two people in real-time.

Which of the Following Is True About 'Chatting' Via Mediated