This is the 943rd most frequent French word.
permettent
"Permettent" means "allow" or "permit" (third person plural of "permettre").
Here, 'permettent' is used in the sense of 'enable' or 'make possible' and refers to the capability given by new technologies to facilitate communication.
Les nouvelles technologies permettent de communiquer plus facilement.
The new technologies make it possible to communicate more easily.
In this context, 'permettent' means 'grant' or 'provide' a necessary structure to maintain order.
Les règles strictes permettent de maintenir l'ordre dans l'école.
The strict rules ensure the maintenance of order in the school.
Here, 'permettent' conveys the idea of 'allowing' or 'giving permission' for participation.