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Reference BBS Abbreviation for “Bulletin Board System.” ●Electronic bulletin board An “electronic bulletin board” is a tool that allows an unspecified number of people to share opinions and information on a variety of topics or send reports and messages over the Internet. They are also referred to as a “BBS.” Files can be uploaded for sharing, allowing information to be communicated quickly and accurately within the company. Paper consumption can be reduced through the elimination of memos and other paper-based communications. ●Video Conferencing “Video conferencing” is a tool that enables electronic conferences over a network. They include sound and video, which makes it possible for multiple people in distant locations to participate in a virtual conference. By setting a specific time, the conference can be held without any participants having to make a trip. ●Chat “Chat” is a tool that enables multiple participants to engage in real-time text-based conversations over the Internet. Text entered by participants is displayed in sequence on the computer screen. Users can enter their opinions on the spot to be seen by all other participants. It is a convenient tool for multiple people to engage in conversation simultaneously. ●Blog “Blog” is a contraction of “weblog,” which in turn is a combination of two words, “web” and “log.” Articles can easily be crea ted and published like a diary on the Internet. Readers can leave comments on published articles or link to them on their own blogs, facilitating communication between large numbers of people. Reference SNS Abbreviation for “Social Networking Service.” ●SNS An “SNS” is a community-oriented membership website that provides a place for friends and acquaintances to communicate with each other. In general, it is an invitation-based service where new participants are invited by those who are already members. These websites can be utilized as a place to meet friends of friends, other people in the area, and people from a user’s alma mater. 3-1-3 Solution business Finding clues to solve problems is an important aspect of improving operations. Correctly identifying these clues determines whether or not computerization will be successful. A “solution business” is one that identifies problems within operations, and provides assistance in finding clues to solve them. 99