Automation of Libraries and Information Centres

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What does the term ICT refer to?

  • The process of disseminating information electronically through computer networks
  • Transmitting, storing, creating, sharing, or exchanging information using various technologies (correct)
  • Applying computers and modern technology devices to carry out tasks as opposed to using humans
  • Using machinery for easy working and saving of human power and time

What is automation primarily aimed at achieving?

  • Reducing staff time dedicated to repetitive activities through the use of technology (correct)
  • Integrating telecommunications, information, broadcasting, and communications
  • Utilizing computer technologies to disseminate information without constraints
  • Enhancing the processing, transmission, and dissemination of information

Based on the text, what is a key feature of computers that makes them suitable for introducing automation?

  • They enable the convergence of various technologies for information management
  • They are electronic, programmable, and capable of controlling operations (correct)
  • They are used to share, distribute, and gather information for communication
  • They facilitate the dissemination of information without time and space constraints

Which of the following best describes the relationship between ICT and automation?

<p>Automation is a component of ICT used for disseminating information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes automation from manual work according to the text?

<p>Automation saves human power and time by utilizing machinery and tools (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does ICT differ from automation based on the text?

<p>ICT involves utilizing computer technologies for information dissemination beyond time and space constraints (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for libraries and librarians needing to automate their operations?

<p>To align with global trends in information services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has Information and Communication Technology (ICT) impacted various sectors?

<p>Benefitted virtually every profession and sector (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between ICT and information technology (IT)?

<p>ICT is used interchangeably with IT (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is automation of libraries and information centres considered a necessity?

<p>To keep up with digital age trends and enhance user perception (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has ICT altered in terms of how information is accessed globally?

<p>Changed the way information is accessed worldwide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the benefits of ICT in the 21st Century?

<p>'Enormous' benefits accruing to virtually every profession and sector (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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