Introduction to ICT
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ICT(Information and Communication Technology).
• ICT stands for Information and Communication Technology.
• ICT includes both hardware and software components, as
well as networks and communication technologies.
• ICT is the technology required for information processing,
in particular, the use of electronic computers,
communication devices and software applications to
convert, store, protect, process, transmit and retrieve
information from anywhere, anytime.
INFORMATION
Information refers to processed or organized data that has meaning and value. It
includes facts, figures, statistics and knowledge, that are derived from data through
analysis and interpretation. In the context of ICT, information represents the digital
content that is generated, collected, stored, and utilized by various systems and
applications.
COMMUNICATION
Communication involves the exchange of information, ideas,
and messages between individuals, groups, or machines. In the
context of ICT, communication focuses on the technologies and
systems that facilitate the transmission and reception of
information. This includes various communication channels such as
wired and wireless networks, the internet, telecommunication
systems, email, instant messaging, video conferencing, and other
TECHNOLOGY
Technology refers to the tools, devices, software, and
infrastructure used to process, store, transmit, and display
information. In the context of ICT, technology includes a wide range
of hardware and software components. This includes computers,
servers, networks, mobile devices, storage systems, operating
systems, databases, software applications, and other digital tools and
resources that enable the creation, access, and utilization of
information.
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The usage of ICT in everyday life
◊ EDUCATION
In education, teachers, students, researchers and school administrators
benefits from the usage of ICT.
◊ BANKING
In the banking, customers, businessman & bank administrator benefits from
the usage of ICT.
◊ INDUSTRY
Computers are used to facilitate production planning and control systems, to
to help in product design in the industrial sector. In the industrial sector, workers,
researchers and administrator benefits from the usage of ICT.
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