A study of the telephone and fax, showing how people, processes and technology work together so that we can send information and messages around the world. It features examples that should be familiar to younger readers, descriptions of technology at an appropriate reading level, and colour pictures with captions that support the text. The volume is part of a series on communication that is designed for Key Stages 1 and 2. The same key areas are outlined in an older level series, "Communicating Today", aimed at Key Stages 2 and 3.