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Electronic mail, popularly known as 'e-mail', is the communication of textual messages via electronic means. Although telex communication is also electronic in nature, there are differences between a telex and an e-mail. While telex communication is terminal-to-terminal, electronic mail communication is user- to-user. In telex, messages destined to a number of users are sent to the same terminal from where it is distributed in a printed form by an operator. On the other hand, c-mail is delivered to individual electronic mail boxes based in computer.

An important advantage of e-mail is its ability to reduce the consumption of paper in the office. Internal memos and reports can be exchanged electronically without using paper. Being a computer-based messaging system, files prepared on computers can be instantly copied and easily exchanged as e-mail. This facility has the potential of improving office efficiency considerably.

Being a person-to-person communication, e-mail turns out to be a cheaper alternative to telephone conversation and eliminates the time spent in establishing phone calls. Privacy is ensured as the mail is delivered to an individual's mail box which can be accessed or opened only by the intended recipient. E-mail has brought about a revolution in modern communication. Messages can be transmitted from one country to another within seconds. It is far cheaper than telephone calls. Trade and commerce has become greatly dependant on this mode of communication.

Correct the following sentences.

(a) $\mathrm{He}$ as well as his brother were present in the meeting.

(b) He offered me a fresh basket of flowers.

(c) I was absent at the meeting.

(d) The three boys divided the mangoes between themselves.

(e) Until you are idle, you will not prosper.