One online communication resource is called a Web-based discussion group, which is an online community that combines features of ____.
A)chat rooms and channels
B)instant messages and newsletters
C)mailing lists and forums
D)search engines and subject directories

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A Web-based discussion group combines features of both mailing lists and forums. Like a mailing list, members receive email notifications of new posts and can reply by email, while also having the option to participate in online discussions similar to a forum. Chat rooms and channels are typically more real-time and do not offer the same level of archiving and organization as a discussion group. Instant messages and newsletters are different types of communication resources that are not typically associated with discussion groups. Search engines and subject directories are tools for finding information online but are not communication resources in and of themselves.

One Online Communication Resource Is Called a Web-Based Discussion Group