Chat+&+Instant+Messaging

Introduction
Chat and IM programs allow people to communicate one to one over the Internet.. There are different types of chat program
 * Instant Messaging (IM) - private text-based conversation with one other invited person
 * Chat / Internet Relay Chat (IRC) - open text-based conversation with other people, often used in online chat rooms
 * Video Conferencing - private 2 way video conversation with two or more people

Task
Write a blog post titled "What are chat programs?". Your post should include:
 * What is a chat program?
 * What is the difference between Chat and IM?
 * A brief overview of 2 different chat / IM programs you have used, highlighting the good and bad points of each
 * Explanation of what is meant by a nickname
 * Explanation of what is meant by a friend or buddy list
 * Explanation of what is meant by emoticons

Homework
Take a screenshot of you logged into and using a Chat / IM program. The screenshots should include all posts including your own.

Assessment
This task can be one of your three assessments for Assessment 3.

Make sure you have published your blog post answering the questions above, and with screenshot.