Telecommunication is the transmission of signals over a distance for the purpose of communication. Today this process almost always involves the sending of electromagnetic waves by electronic transmitters but in earlier years it may have involved the use of smoke signals, drums or semaphores. Today, telecommunication is widespread and devices that assist the process such as the television, radio and telephone are common in many parts of the world. There is also a vast array of networks that connect these devices, including computer networks, public telephone networks, radio networks and television networks. Computer communication across the Internet, such as e-mail and internet faxing, is just one of many examples of telecommunication.

Technical foundations

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Etymology

The word telecommunication was adapted from the French word télécommunication. It is a compound of the Greek prefix tele- (τηλε-), meaning 'far off', and communication, meaning 'exchange of information'.Telecommunication, tele- and communication, New Oxford American Dictionary (2nd edition), 2005.

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By ELISABETH ROSENTHAL Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:01 -0000
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Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:01 -0000
Euro-area inflation slowed more than expected in August as energy prices eased, data released Friday showed, but economic sentiment deteriorated, underlining concerns about a recession.
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Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:49:32 -0000
The State Bank of Vietnam kept its key lending rate unchanged at 14 percent in order to fight inflation of over 28 percent, while raising the interest rate paid on bank reserves.
U.S. consumer spending slowed in July
By CATHERINE RAMPELL Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:01 -0000
Spending slowed for the second consecutive month and personal income fell as the effect of economic stimulus checks tapered off and inflation lingered, the Commerce Department said.
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Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:33:34 -0000
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By CARTER DOUGHERTY Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:23:01 -0000
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Darling warns of economic crisis
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:30:43 -0000
Chancellor Alistair Darling says the UK is facing the worst economic crisis in 60 years and warns of a "profound" downturn.
More firms increase energy bills
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:06:22 -0000
Two more energy firms, Scottish Power and Npower, say they will raise prices, blaming more expensive wholesale costs.
Bank insider urges UK rate cuts
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:00:34 -0000
Two million people will be out of work by Christmas if interest rates are not cut, a Bank of England policymaker warns.
Airline collapse hits thousands
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:51:12 -0000
Hundreds of travellers are stranded and tens of thousands lose bookings after the budget airline Zoom collapses.
Alitalia seeks bankruptcy measure
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:26:28 -0000
Troubled airline Alitalia seeks bankruptcy protection as it tries to agree a deal to ensure its survival.
OFT says bank charges are unfair
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:14:56 -0000
The main UK banks have been told by the Office of Fair Trading that their overdraft charges are probably unfair.

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