Question

define of instant messaging(IM)

Answer 1

Instant messaging, often shortened to IM or IM'ing, is the exchange of near real-time messages through a stand-alone application or embedded software. Unlike chat rooms with many users engaging in multiple and overlapping conversations, IM sessions usually take place between two users in a private, back-and-forth style of communication.

Answer 2

An instant message (IM) is a real-time, text- based communication similar to chat. 

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