ICT Flashcards
Acronym of ICT
Information
Communication
Technology
Examples of communication technologies
Internet
Wireless networks
Cell phones
Computers
ICTs used in everyday life
Reading a newspaper online
Sending an SMS
Withdrawing money from an ATM
Video conferences
What do ICT systems enable(what’s an ICT system)
Users to access, retrieve, store, transmit, and manipulate information in digital form
Advantages of use of ICTs
Communication: Saves money and speeds up information sharing.
Globalization: Video calls reduce travel costs and connect people worldwide.
Cost Effectiveness: Cheaper than phone calls.
Greater Availability: Automation offers 24/7 access via websites and voicemail.
Education: Computers and the internet provide new learning opportunities.
Disadvantages of use of ICTs
Privacy: Concerns about private information becoming public due to signal interceptions and email hacking.
Education: Insufficient ICT equipment.
Reliance on Technology: Overreliance on technology weakens memory.
Computer Viruses: Threats like worms, trojans, malware, spam, and phishing disrupt lives.
Expensive: High costs make technology unaffordable for some.
What’s a server(function)
provide resources and services to other computers and users in a network
Examples of dedicated devices
Mp3 players
Abs breaking system
ATM machines
How does an ICT system work
- Input: Collect data using devices like keyboards or scanners.
- Processing: The computer processes the data with software.
- Storage: Save the data in storage devices like hard drives.
- Output: Display results on monitors or printers.
- Communication: Share data over networks like the internet.
Advantages of a POS system
Modern POS systems use barcode scanning to quickly and easily add up bills.
Scanning is more accurate and prevents errors from manual price entry.
What is piracy
The illegal copying and distribution of software and CDs / DVDs
What’s a virus
Malicious software
Types of virueses
Worms
Trojans
Sypware
Economic reasons for use of ICT
They are more accurate and reliable than people
They are fast
They can work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Cheaper than people in the long run
Reduces need for resources such as paper and office space
