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Human communication that occurs through the use of two or more electronic devices

Computer-mediated communication (CMC) is human communication that occurs through the use of two or more electronic devices. Computer-mediated communication is relevant to linguistics as it shows how digital environments influence grammar and pragmatic meaning. While the term has traditionally referred to those communications that occur via computer-mediated formats, it has also been applied to other forms of text-based interaction such as text messaging. Research on CMC focuses largely on the social effects of different computer-supported communication technologies. Many recent studies involve Internet-based social networking supported by social software. Wikipedia →

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  2. Skim a recent paper: Facial behaviour and first impressions in computer mediated communicationInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Language OnlineThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Computer-Mediated CommunicationCited 2,927 times
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Noun Human interactions that are conducted through two or more electronic devices.

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