ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Voice chat

Do you know when you use a telephone to talk to someone who is far away? Well, voice chat is a way for people to talk to each other using their computer or the internet instead of a telephone.

There are special programs and apps that let you have a voice chat. You can use these programs on your computer, phone, or even a gaming console. When you want to talk to someone, you both open the program and connect with each other.

Once you are connected, you can start talking to the other person, just like you do with a phone call. The special program makes your voice go from your device to the other person's device, even if they are far away. It's like a magic phone call that doesn't need a real phone!

The great thing about voice chat is that you can talk to more than one person at the same time. You can have a group of friends or family members all talking together. It's like having a big conversation with everyone, but without being in the same room.

You can use voice chat to talk to your friends while playing a game together online. It's like having a walkie-talkie where you can let your friends know what's happening in the game. You can also use voice chat to talk to your teacher or classmates when you are learning from home. It's like having your classroom right in your house!

But remember, when using voice chat, it's important to be kind and polite, just like you would when talking on the phone. Everyone should take turns talking and listen carefully to what others are saying. It's a way to communicate with others, even if you can't see them.