(computing) A set of techniques for the exchange of data among two or more threads in one or more processes.

A telecommunications process that produces an electronic message that is transmitted, received, stored or archived, and may be retrieved.

The practices and academic disciplines of civic leaders, activists, involved citizens and professionals to improve various aspects of local communities.

(marketing) The range of approaches and expressions of a marketing idea developed with the hope that it be effective in conveying the ideas to the diverse population of people who receive it.

group possession of an item or concept

(law) of assets or organisations: owned and controlled through some representative mechanism that allows a community to influence their operation or use and to enjoy the benefits arising.

(telecommunications, military, US) Communications services, such as the installation, operation, maintenance, augmentation, modification, and rehabilitation of communications networks, systems, facilities, and equipment, including off-post extensions, provided for the operation of a military post, camp, installation, station, or activity.

Oral communication; speech. / (linguistics) The process of sending and receiving messages with words, including writing and sign language.

A group of people who primarily communicate or interact via the Internet.

plural of virtual community