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Jälleenlähetys, known in English as forwarding, is a common practice in postal and telecommunications services. In its simplest form, it refers to the process of sending mail or messages received at one address or destination to a different, designated address or destination. This is typically done when a recipient has moved and wishes to continue receiving correspondence at their new location.

Postal forwarding services are usually offered by national postal operators. A person can typically fill out a form and pay a fee to have their mail redirected for a specified period, often ranging from a few months to a year. This ensures that important documents, personal letters, and other items reach the recipient without interruption during a transition.

In the context of telecommunications, forwarding can apply to phone calls and emails. Call forwarding allows incoming calls to a phone number to be redirected to another number, such as a mobile phone or a different landline. This is useful for individuals who are away from their primary phone or for businesses managing multiple lines. Email forwarding, often referred to as email redirection, sends emails arriving at one email address to another. This can be used for managing multiple accounts, consolidating communications, or directing specific types of emails to different inboxes.

The implementation and availability of forwarding services can vary by country and service provider. While postal forwarding is a standardized service, telecommunications forwarding is often a feature integrated into phone systems and email clients.