Thursday, November 1, 2012
Chapter 15- Post 1
There are several big differences between computer-mediated communication (CMC) and face-to-face communication (f2f). While there are many benefits to CMC, there are disadvantages as well. This method allows messages to be sent and received instantaneously, through means of video, audio, and text. Coporations and groups frequently use CMC as it allows them to stay competitive in today's electronically connected economy. CMC group members tend to focus more on the task and instrumental aspects of the process; however, this content oriented style deemphasizes personal relationships due to the lack of interpersonal interaction. Computer-mediated communication offers less opportunity for conflict since there is a greater equality of participation but f2f groutypical ore likely to reach a consensus in a short amount of time. Overall, CMC groups typically have a higher success rate than f2f groups in terms of productivity and functionality, yet they are lacking the social-emotional relationships that are developed through face-to face communication.
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My comm101c has proven that CMC does in fact provide a relationship similar to a relationship built of F2F contact but CMC takes much longer and can be a bit more complicated compared to F2F. I agree that CMC is much greater for productivity because you don't have to face interpreting a person incorrectly, text is definite and can hardly be contended. Business and productivity is much easier to manage through CMC as long as you respond quickly and are honest. Building an image of yourself to people who have not met you are extremely important when building relationships through CMC.
ReplyDeleteHi Daisy, I wanted to respond to your discussion post so that I could let you know that I thought you did a good job. You talked about how big corporations use CMC frequently. I agree with what you said because I am working for a big company right now and we are constantly in CMC communication with each other. Even something as small as “do you have a blue pen?” is emailed rather than walking 10 feet down the hall to ask in person. When I first started this job I thought it was an odd thing to do, but I have adapted to using CMC more frequently at work. I thought you made a good point about big corporations and CMC communications, nice job!
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