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 === Reference ===
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 ==See Also==
 *[[Information Technology Enabled Services (ITeS)]]
 *[[IT Operations (Information Technology Operations)]]
 *[[ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)]]

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 ==See Also==
 *[[IT Operations (Information Technology Operations)]]
 *[[ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)]]

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	*[[Service Level Requirements (SLR)]]		*[[Service Level Requirements (SLR)]]
	*[[XaaS (Everything as a Service)]]		*[[XaaS (Everything as a Service)]]
		+	*[[Service-Based Costing]]
		+	*[[Service-Level Management (SLM)]]
		+	*[[Service Asset and Configuration Management (SACM)]]
		+	*[[Service Component Architecture (SCA)]]
		+	*[[Service Design Package (SDP)]]
		+	*[[Service Host Superfetch]]
		+	*[[Service Mark]]
		+	*[[Service Model]]
		+	*[[Service Provisioning Optimization (SPO)]]
		+	*[[Service Request]]

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 === What are the types of services in computing? ===
 Computing services are those that provide a platform for users to access and use applications. These services can be divided into two categories: cloud-based and on-premises. Cloud-based computing services allow users to access applications and data through a remote server. On-premises computing services allow users to access applications and data through their own servers.
 A service-oriented architecture (SOA) is a design pattern in which application components provide services to other components via a communications protocol, typically over a network. SOA is a way of designing software systems that are built as a set of services that can be reused by other applications.

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-'''Services''' are a means of delivering value to customers by facilitating outcomes customers want to achieve without the ownership of specific costs and risks. Services facilitate outcomes by enhancing the performance of associated tasks and reducing the effect of constraints. The result is an increase in the probability of desired outcomes.<ref>[https://tomjsmyth.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/itilv3sd-itil-v3-service-design.pdf What is a Service?]</ref>
+== What is a Service? ==
 Over the years, organizations have debated the definition of a ‘service’. The illustration in the Figure below is an example of the realization that service is really about delivering value to customers.
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 Services are often what businesses use to differentiate themselves from their competitors. For example, a business might offer a more personalized service than its competitors, or it might have a better reputation for customer service.
 === What does service mean in business? ===
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 A service is an activity that is performed by someone in order to help another person. The term "service" can be used to describe a wide variety of activities, from making a product to providing a physical or virtual space. Services are often intangible, meaning they cannot be touched or seen. They are also usually
 Service can be promoted through telephone banking and email service, which are two examples of recent examples of technology-based services.
 === What does service mean in computing? ===
 A service is a discrete function provided by a server. For example, when you type in a website address on your computer, the website provides the service of delivering the information you requested.
 === What does service mean in society? ===
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 == Types of Services ==
 There are many different types of service, but some of the most common include volunteering, community service, and public service. For example,  volunteers may work in soup kitchens or at hospitals, while community service may involve picking up litter in a park. Public service typically refers to work done by government employees, such as police officers and firefighters.
 === What are the types of services in business? ===
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 There are many types of services in business, but some of the more common ones include customer service, marketing, accounting, and technology support.
-Customer service is defined as "the provision of service to customers before, during, and after a purchase." This type of service is important because it helps build customer loyalty and repeat business. Marketing services help promote and sell products or services. Accounting services keep track of financial transactions and help businesses manage their finances. Technology support services help businesses use and maintain their technology infrastructure.
+*Customer service is defined as "the provision of service to customers before, during, and after a purchase." This type of service is important because it helps build customer loyalty and repeat business.
 === What are the types of services in computing? ===
-A service is a discrete function provided by a system, application, or service provider. Services are usually self-contained and are often made available over a network so that they can be used by multiple clients. Some common types of services in computing include web services, email services, and database services.
+Computing services are those that provide a platform for users to access and use applications. These services can be divided into two categories: cloud-based and on-premises. Cloud-based computing services allow users to access applications and data through a remote server. On-premises computing services allow users to access applications and data through their own servers.
 A service-oriented architecture (SOA) is a design pattern in which application components provide services to other components via a communications protocol, typically over a network. SOA is a way of designing software systems that are built as a set of services that can be reused by other applications.
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 A service can be either synchronous or asynchronous. A synchronous service provides a response to a request immediately. An asynchronous service does not provide a response to a request until some later time.
 === Why is the concept of service important in business? ===
 Service is important in business because it creates outcomes between one or more service systems. For example, a hotel might provide a room, food, and service to its customers. A company might offer technical support or consulting services to its customers.
 The service economy refers to the increasing integration of services across different sectors of the economy. For example, companies such as Uber and Airbnb allow consumers to use their services to find transportation or lodging respectively. The service area is a term used in the UK and refers to the various services that a business provides.
 === Why is the concept of service important in computing? ===
 Service is an important part of computing, and it's vital that it always works properly. Without service, users would be unable to access and use applications and services easily. Service is an important part of computing because it allows users to access and use applications and services easily.
 === Why is the concept of service important in society? ===

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-'''Services''' are a means of delivering [[value]] to [[Customer|customers]] by facilitating outcomes customers want to achieve without the ownership of specific costs and [[Risk|risks]]. Services facilitate outcomes by enhancing the performance of associated tasks and reducing the effect of constraints. The result is an increase in the probability of desired outcomes.<ref> What is a Service? [https://tomjsmyth.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/itilv3sd-itil-v3-service-design.pdf Tom J Smith]</ref>
+'''Services''' are a means of delivering value to customers by facilitating outcomes customers want to achieve without the ownership of specific costs and risks. Services facilitate outcomes by enhancing the performance of associated tasks and reducing the effect of constraints. The result is an increase in the probability of desired outcomes.<ref>[https://tomjsmyth.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/itilv3sd-itil-v3-service-design.pdf What is a Service?]</ref>
-Over the years, [[Organization|organizations]] have debated the definition of a ‘service’. The illustration in the Figure below is an example of the realization that service is really about delivering value to customers.
+Over the years, organizations have debated the definition of a ‘service’. The illustration in the Figure below is an example of the realization that service is really about delivering value to customers.
 [[File:Definition and Meaning of Services.png|400px|A Conversation About the Definition and Meaning of Services]]
 source: Tom J Smith
 == What Does a Service Really Mean? ==
 A service is defined as an action or task that is performed in order to help or benefit someone. In the business world, a service is often provided by an individual or company in exchange for money.
 There are many different types of services that businesses can offer, and the type of service that a business provides will often depend on the industry it is in. For example, a service-based business might offer cleaning services, while a manufacturing business might offer assembly or repair services.
-Services can be either physical or intangible. Physical services are those that involve some type of interaction between the [[Service Provider]] and the customer, such as a massage or a haircut. Intangible services are those that do not involve any physical interaction, such as online banking or consulting services.
+Services can be either physical or intangible. Physical services are those that involve some type of interaction between the Service Provider and the customer, such as a massage or a haircut. Intangible services are those that do not involve any physical interaction, such as online banking or consulting services.
 Services are often what businesses use to differentiate themselves from their competitors. For example, a business might offer a more personalized service than its competitors, or it might have a better reputation for customer service.
 === What does service mean in business? ===
 Service is an activity or business that involves doing things for customers, such as repairing a vehicle or providing banking services. A service is often performed by an individual person, but can also be provided by a company or organization.
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 === What does service mean in computing? ===
 A service is a discrete function provided by a server. For example, when you type in a website address on your computer, the website provides the service of delivering the information you requested.
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 In society, the concept of service is defined as work performed by one person or group of people that benefits another person or group. It is usually done without pay and is often associated with a feeling of goodwill.
 There are many different types of service, but some of the most common include volunteering, community service, and public service. For example,  volunteers may work in soup kitchens or at hospitals, while community service may involve picking up litter in a park. Public service typically refers to work done by government employees, such as police officers and firefighters.
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 Computing services are those that provide a platform for users to access and use applications. These services can be divided into two categories: cloud-based and on-premises. Cloud-based computing services allow users to access applications and data through a remote server. On-premises computing services allow users to access applications and data through their own servers.
-== Why is the concept of service important? ==
 === Why is the concept of service important in business? ===
 Service is important in business because it creates outcomes between one or more service systems. For example, a hotel might provide a room, food, and service to its customers. A company might offer technical support or consulting services to its customers.
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 The importance of service in society is highlighted by the different ways it is mentioned in the passage. Service is important because it ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Service also strengthens relationships and builds trust between people.
-===See Also===
-*[[Management]]
+==See Also==
 *[[IT Operations (Information Technology Operations)]]
 *[[ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)]]
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 *[[Service Level Objective (SLO)]]
 *[[Service Level Requirements (SLR)]]
 === Reference ===
 <references />

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		+	== What Does a Service Really Mean? ==

		+	A service is defined as an action or task that is performed in order to help or benefit someone. In the business world, a service is often provided by an individual or company in exchange for money.
		+
		+	There are many different types of services that businesses can offer, and the type of service that a business provides will often depend on the industry it is in. For example, a service-based business might offer cleaning services, while a manufacturing business might offer assembly or repair services.
		+
		+	Services can be either physical or intangible. Physical services are those that involve some type of interaction between the service provider and the customer, such as a massage or a haircut. Intangible services are those that do not involve any physical interaction, such as online banking or consulting services.
		+	Services are often what businesses use to differentiate themselves from their competitors. For example, a business might offer a more personalized service than its competitors, or it might have a better reputation for customer service.
		+
		+	=== What does service mean in business? ===
		+
		+	Service is an activity or business that involves doing things for customers, such as repairing a vehicle or providing banking services. A service is often performed by an individual person, but can also be provided by a company or organization.
		+
		+	A service is different from a product because it cannot be seen, held, or used. Instead, it is an intangible activity that provides satisfaction to the customer. Services are often described as being "performed" or "rendered."
		+
		+	The concept of service is important in the business world because it is the main way that companies make money. In fact, most businesses are service-based, meaning they provide a service instead of selling a physical product.
		+
		+	Services are also becoming increasingly important in the global economy. As more and more businesses move online, the need for customer service and support is growing. This means that there is a greater demand for service-based jobs, such as customer service representatives, technical support specialists, and customer success managers.
		+
		+	A service is an activity that is performed by someone in order to help another person. The term "service" can be used to describe a wide variety of activities, from making a product to providing a physical or virtual space. Services are often intangible, meaning they cannot be touched or seen. They are also usually
		+	Service can be promoted through telephone banking and email service, which are two examples of recent examples of technology-based services.
		+
		+	=== What does service mean in computing? ===
		+
		+	A service is a discrete function provided by a server. For example, when you type in a website address on your computer, the website provides the service of delivering the information you requested.
		+
		+	=== What does service mean in society? ===
		+	In society, the concept of service is defined as work performed by one person or group of people that benefits another person or group. It is usually done without pay and is often associated with a feeling of goodwill.
		+
		+	== What are the types of services? ==
		+
		+	There are many different types of service, but some of the most common include volunteering, community service, and public service. For example, volunteers may work in soup kitchens or at hospitals, while community service may involve picking up litter in a park. Public service typically refers to work done by government employees, such as police officers and firefighters.
		+
		+	=== What are the types of services in business? ===
		+	A service is an activity that provides value to customers. Services can be physical or intangible. Physical services are activities that result in the creation of a tangible product, such as a haircut or a massage. Intangible services are activities that result in the creation of an intangible product, such as a phone call or a consultation.
		+
		+	There are many types of services in business, but some of the more common ones include customer service, marketing, accounting, and technology support.
		+	Customer service is defined as "the provision of service to customers before, during, and after a purchase." This type of service is important because it helps build customer loyalty and repeat business. Marketing services help promote and sell products or services. Accounting services keep track of financial transactions and help businesses manage their finances. Technology support services help businesses use and maintain their technology infrastructure.
		+
		+	=== What are the types of services in computing? ===
		+	A service is a discrete function provided by a system, application, or service provider. Services are usually self-contained and are often made available over a network so that they can be used by multiple clients. Some common types of services in computing include web services, email services, and database services.
		+
		+	A service-oriented architecture (SOA) is a design pattern in which application components provide services to other components via a communications protocol, typically over a network. SOA is a way of designing software systems that are built as a set of services that can be reused by other applications.
		+
		+	A service can be implemented locally in software, or it can be made available over a network as a web service. A web service is a type of service that is accessible over the Internet. It typically uses some form of web-based protocol, such as SOAP, to communicate with clients.
		+
		+	A service can be either stateless or stateful. A stateless service does not maintain any information about the client that is using it. A stateful service does maintain information about the client, such as a session ID.
		+
		+	A service can be either synchronous or asynchronous. A synchronous service provides a response to a request immediately. An asynchronous service does not provide a response to a request until some later time.
		+
		+	Computing services are those that provide a platform for users to access and use applications. These services can be divided into two categories: cloud-based and on-premises. Cloud-based computing services allow users to access applications and data through a remote server. On-premises computing services allow users to access applications and data through their own servers.
		+
		+	== Why is the concept of service important? ==
		+	=== Why is the concept of service important in business? ===
		+	Service is important in business because it creates outcomes between one or more service systems. For example, a hotel might provide a room, food, and service to its customers. A company might offer technical support or consulting services to its customers.
		+	The service economy refers to the increasing integration of services across different sectors of the economy. For example, companies such as Uber and Airbnb allow consumers to use their services to find transportation or lodging respectively. The service area is a term used in the UK and refers to the various services that a business provides.
		+
		+	=== Why is the concept of service important in computing? ===
		+	Service is an important part of computing, and it's vital that it always works properly. Without service, users would be unable to access and use applications and services easily. Service is an important part of computing because it allows users to access and use applications and services easily.
		+
		+	=== Why is the concept of service important in society? ===
		+	The importance of service in society is highlighted by the different ways it is mentioned in the passage. Service is important because it ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Service also strengthens relationships and builds trust between people.

	===See Also===		===See Also===