Communication Technology Overview

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What is the primary purpose of communication technology?

To manage human resources

To handle finances

To process and communicate information (correct)

To create visual effects

Which of the following is NOT considered a form of communication technology?

Radio

Banking software (correct)

E-mail

Television

What is the primary purpose of information?

To store facts for future use

To create data without relevance

To entertain individuals

To make decisions and predict the future (correct)

What does Information Technology (IT) mainly deal with?

Capturing, processing, storage, and dissemination of information Signup and view all the answers

How can scientists use information regarding tsunamis?

To detect formation and warn the public Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the definition of ICT?

Social networking Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between IT and ICT?

IT is a part of ICT Signup and view all the answers

What does communication primarily involve?

Exchanging messages or information Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes technology in the context provided?

Any tool or system that facilitates work Signup and view all the answers

Which tool might be used for effective broadcasting of news?

Radio Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines the role of processing data into information?

Providing context, relevance, and meaning Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of society does communication technology enhance?

Exchange of ideas and information Signup and view all the answers

Which type of media is NOT typically associated with ICT?

Typewriters Signup and view all the answers

What can be considered a consequence of effective communication?

Successful message transmission Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of technology aiding communication?

Telephone and fax machines Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of information?

It lacks organization Signup and view all the answers

What is considered the principal system that facilitates information handling?

Computer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines data?

Raw facts and figures without inherent meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental characteristic of a computer?

It accepts data and processes it into information Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of an electronic device?

Table Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the raw facts that can generate information?

Data Signup and view all the answers

What is the miniaturization of electronic components commonly associated with?

Modern electronics boom Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a computer?

To perform logical operations Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT typically found in an integrated circuit?

Hammer Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of data?

Data is unstructured and generally unfiltered Signup and view all the answers

What does the process of contextualisation refer to?

Explaining the purpose of the data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a process involved in converting data into information?

Generating random data sets Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following benefits of computers is related to efficiency?

Saves time Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of using computers?

Impact on the labor force Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used for correcting data errors?

Correction Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'condensation' refer to in the context of data processing?

Summarising data to deliver a concise message Signup and view all the answers

How does using computers benefit research and development?

Provides immediate access to data Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role of ICT in society today?

Facilitating business transactions and personal communications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inventions has significantly enhanced communication?

Cellular phones Signup and view all the answers

What does ICT stand for?

Information and Communication Technology Signup and view all the answers

How is information commonly disseminated in the 21st century?

Through various electronic and digital means Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of ICT?

Information Technology Signup and view all the answers

What forms the foundation of the term 'Communication Technology'?

Human relationships and technologies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the evolution of communication?

Involving the integration of new technologies Signup and view all the answers

What is one effect of the inventions in communication technology?

Improvement in the efficiency of information dissemination Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Information

Collection of facts that gain additional value when organized and processed.
Processed data provides context, relevance, and purpose.
Essential for decision-making and predicting events, e.g., tsunami detection.

Communication

Involves exchanging messages or information between parties using symbols or verbal interactions.
Functions as a process for the exchange of ideas, data, and information across various entities.

Technology

Refers to tools or systems that simplify tasks.
Includes techniques, skills, and processes for producing goods or services.
Vital for facilitating communication through devices like phones and media platforms for broadcasting information.

Communication Technology (CT)

Encompasses equipment and programs used for processing and transmitting information.
Examples include computers, the internet, email, radio, and television.
Improves the efficiency of idea and information exchange in business and society.

Information Technology (IT)

Involves tools and systems for capturing, processing, storing, and disseminating information.
Considered a subset of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Integrates all communication technologies including the internet, wireless networks, and software.
Facilitates information access, storage, and transmission in a digital format.

Computers

Principal tools for gathering, processing, storing, and disseminating information.
Defined as electronic machines that perform arithmetic and logical operations, process data, and share information.

Electronic Devices

Components that control electrical currents for information processing.
Examples include transistors and diodes; miniaturization has spurred modern electronics.

Data

The foundation of information and knowledge; consists of raw facts without inherent meaning.
Features include being basic, unrefined, unfiltered, and disorganized.

Information Processing

Involves various processes: contextualization, categorization, calculating, correction, and condensation to transform data into meaningful information.

Benefits of Computers

Save space and time while enhancing productivity across sectors like education, business, and research.
Store large volumes of data, beneficial in various domains including marketing and construction.

Problems/Disadvantages of Computers

Health risks, privacy violations, public safety concerns, and workforce impacts due to increasing reliance on technology.

Importance of ICT

Integral to daily life, facilitating personal and business communications.
Evolving technology enhances the way information is disseminated to broader audiences, making communication more accessible.

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Explore the essentials of communication technology in this quiz. Understand how processed data enhances decision-making and the role of various tools in facilitating effective communication. Delve into examples like the internet, media, and their impact on information exchange.