The word communication has its root in the Latin verb communicare, which means 'to share' or 'to make common'. Communication is usually understood as the transmission of … See more

There are many forms of human communication. A central distinction is whether language is used, as in the contrast between verbal and non-verbal communication. A … See more

Besides human communication, there are many other forms of communication found in the animal kingdom and among plants. They are studied in … See more

Communication studies, also referred to as communication science, is the academic discipline studying communication. It is closely related to semiotics, with one … See more

Models of communication are conceptual representations of the process of communication. Their goal is to provide a simplified overview of its main components. This makes it easier for researchers to formulate hypotheses, apply … See more

Computer communication concerns the exchange of data between computers and similar devices. For this to be possible, the devices have to be … See more

Communication history studies how communicative processes evolved and interacted with society, culture, and technology. Human … See more