Messaging services can be used for sending alerts across a network or engaging in instant messaging. Administrators can use messaging services to send important updates, but they can also be exploited by spammers. Instant messaging allows people to message each other back and forth through the messaging service. Users can choose various options when setting up messaging services, including privacy and security options.
In computing terminology, a messaging service can be one of two things. One is a service, or client, designed to send alerts across a network such as an office or university network so that users are aware of important information. The other is a client that allows people to engage in instant messaging with other people who have compatible clients. Messaging services are widely used across the globe for a variety of purposes.
Many networks use a messaging service that administrators can access to send information. Administrators can send important updates about the network itself, such as alerts about scheduled services, reminders to change passwords, and so on. The service can also be used to deliver messages throughout the office. An advantage for such services that people have to acknowledge receipt to close the window, ensuring that everyone in the office sees the message.
One problem with messaging services designed for networks is that they can be exploited by spammers. Some creative spam companies have used such services to deliver spam messages to network users. If done well, such messages can be very deceptive and can trick users into revealing confidential information or engaging in activities that could compromise the network. Disabling the messaging service may eliminate this problem, but it also means that a replacement for system-wide message delivery will need to be found or developed.
With instant messaging, people message each other back and forth through the messaging service. There are many messaging services available, including free programs that people can download. If someone has the same client or a program designed to handle multiple client protocols simultaneously, she can participate in instant messaging. These services offer users a range of privacy and security options and can be used for everything from keeping up with friends to communicating with other people who work in the same office.
When setting up messaging services, whether they’re designed to send alerts or have conversations, people can choose a number of options. The service can be started when a computer starts up, can be set to auto-answer or autoidle to alert people that a user is not present, or can hide a user from people who are not in their contact list of that user. Options such as sending encrypted and secure messages are available with some clients, and some network administrators create their own messaging service clients to meet specific system and security needs.
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