1. What is instant messaging?

2. Instant Messaging
Instant messaging (IM) is a form of real-time communication.
Between two or more people
Based on typed text
Connected over a network such as the internet

3. Instant Messaging What are the benefits of IM?
Effective and efficient communication
Immediate receipt of acknowledgment or reply
Free talking over the Internet
Various additional features

4. Instant Messaging Instant Messaging Is NOT: Email Text messaging
Offline Communication
IM functions online, in real-time right before your eyes.

5. Instant Messaging LOL – Laugh Out Loud TTYL- Talk To You Later
IM Language
Users sometimes make use of internet slang or text speak to abbreviate common words or expressions in order to quicken conversations
or to reduce keystrokes.
The language has become universal, with well known expressions such as ‘LOL' “Laugh Out Loud"
LOL – Laugh Out Loud
TTYL- Talk To You Later
OMG – Oh My Gosh
B4-Before
BFF- Best Friend Forever
BTW-By The Way

6. Instant Messaging What is ROTFL in internet slang/language?
Normal Instant Messaging Convo

7. Instant Messaging Who offers IM Yahoo IM AOL AIM Apple IChat
MSN Messenger
ICQ
Skype Chat
Flickr

8. Instant Messaging vs. Text Messaging
No upper limit
Input is usually 10 fingers on a keyboard
Real live chat with rolling scroll of conversation.
Limited to Internet Access
Free
Text Messaging
Limited to 160 characters
Input is usually one or two thumb on a phone key pad
Limited to cell phones that pick up a signal
Fee per message sent (cheaper than a phone call)

9. Instant Messaging Small Groups Read Article and Discuss
How does text messaging and Instant Messaging effect literacy? Is it a positive or negative impact? Explain in detail.
Which is more popular among teens TM or IM? Why?
Name (5) Internet slang acronyms not mentioned.