This article presents the conceptual communication model of dynamic groups, that dynamically utilizes three traditional communication metaphors through the use of contextbased information. Dynamic groups makes creation, management and usage of groups easy. It enables social network structures to be maintained in both virtual and faceto-face settings as well as in the combination thereof. This article defines the dynamic management of advanced contact lists which can include presence and status information, a/synchronous multimedia communication tools, and methods for structuring social networks. It also contains an initial evaluation and a proposed architecture for technichal realisation.
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