Emailing/Chatting/SMS - Clash Of The Titans

Short Messaging Service (SMS): 

Unique aspects: 

1. Is faster than other methods.
2. Does NOT use internet services. 
3. As the name suggests, the message is generally short. This does not mean that the message does not hold a lot of meaning. In fact, it is one of the most meaningful methods of sending text. 

 Chat or IM (Instant Messaging):

Unique aspects: 

1. Is real-time. Message is received to other end as quick as possible which means response is also quick. 
2. Requires all participants to be online in order to receive message.
3. Shyness is eliminated and courage is implemented.

E-mailing: 

Unique aspects:

1. A list of messages is available to check and evaluate showing senders name, date and time from when it was sent.
2. Subject heading available to specify importance of message to someone checking their E-mail.
3. E-mail can be sent to multiple recipients at one time.
4. Attachments can be added to the E-mail (i.e Web Pages, Pictures, Documents)