# Communications Services > Communications Services means the provision and technology for transmitting information, irrespective of the method, that includes voice, video, data **Term:** Communications Services **Last updated:** 2026-07-29 ## Definition ## What Communications Services Means in a Contract Communications Services is a defined term used in agreements to describe the technology and provision involved in transmitting information between parties, systems, or devices. It is deliberately broad, covering voice calls, video conferencing, data transfer, audio streaming, and broadcasting, so that the contract does not need to list every possible transmission method separately. Instead, the definition captures the function, moving information from one point to another, rather than any single technical format. This broad framing matters because technology changes quickly. A contract drafted around a narrow list of specific services (such as only telephone lines or only internet access) risks becoming outdated or leaving gaps when new transmission methods emerge. By defining Communications Services functionally, drafters create a term that can absorb technological change without requiring constant amendment. The term is commonly paired with obligations around uptime, security, and permitted use, particularly in