Instant Messaging

Instant messaging (IM) has completely transformed how individuals and colleagues communicate. I personally have only used Google in the civilian world to conduct IM. While in the Military I used a form of IM to communicate with colleagues who were in different countries on operational matters. Without IM the ability to communicate long distances requires picking up a phone and would require a constant need for conference calls. For me, personally, I communicate better when using IM simply because I have that extra second to fully formulate my thoughts. IM is truly a beneficial tool that will surely be used later in the future.