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7. Appendices
7.1 Glossary of Terms
Here are some key terms you may encounter while using the Cohesiveness platform:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Acknowledge | Confirming that you have read and understood a post. Often required for critical updates. |
| Alert | A type of post that requires immediate attention and cannot be dismissed without acknowledgment. |
| Announcement | A post used to remind users of important information. Displayed prominently at the top of a channel. |
| Channel | A category or section of the platform where specific types of content are organized (e.g., "HR Updates"). |
| Comment | A response or feedback left by a user on a post. Can be used to ask questions or share thoughts. |
| Content Type | The format or purpose of a post (e.g., Article, Survey, Event). |
| Department | A group of employees organized by function or responsibility (e.g., Marketing, IT). |
| Engagement Survey | A survey used to measure employee sentiment or gather feedback on specific topics. |
| Event | A post that highlights a company or team event, often requiring an RSVP. |
| Feed | The main page where posts are displayed, organized by priority and category. |
| Group | A collection of employees organized for a specific purpose (e.g., project teams). |
| Notification | An alert sent to inform you of new posts, reminders, or comments. Can be delivered via email, in-app, or push notifications. |
| Poll | A post that allows users to vote or express preferences on a topic. |
| Priority | The level of importance assigned to a post (e.g., High, Medium, Low). |
| Reaction | A quick way to express your feelings about a post (e.g., Like, Celebrate, Sad). |
| Reminder | A notification set to remind you to complete a task (e.g., read, acknowledge, or respond to a post). |
| Slug | A short, URL-friendly version of a post’s title, used in the web address. |
| Survey | A post that asks users to answer a series of questions, often used for feedback or data collection. |
| Template | A pre-designed format for creating posts, ensuring consistency across content. |
| User Role | The level of access and permissions assigned to a user (e.g., Content Editor, Approver). |