(1) The ability to detect the electronic presence of other
users who are connected to the Internet, through a
PC or mobile device, and
whether they are available in real time. Presence services are commonly provided
through applications like Finger,
SMS, instant messaging clients, and discussion
forums, although a number of companies are developing products in other areas
that leverage presence, such as VoIP.
(2) The term Web presence refers to an individual or
business having an established existence on the World Wide Web, through a
Web
site, e-mail, Internet advertising, blog, or a collection of Web files. Web
presence is also called Internet presence.
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