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What is the primary value derived from information technology products and services?
What is the primary value derived from information technology products and services?
- Data (correct)
- Raw materials
- Manufacturing process
- Physical construction
Information Technology only impacts communication aspects of personal and professional life.
Information Technology only impacts communication aspects of personal and professional life.
False (B)
Define digital literacy in your own words.
Define digital literacy in your own words.
The ability to find, evaluate, and compose clear information through writing and other media on various digital platforms.
An individual must keep up with the changes in technology and become computer __________ .
An individual must keep up with the changes in technology and become computer __________ .
How does understanding computers contribute to personal capabilities?
How does understanding computers contribute to personal capabilities?
Embedded computer systems have no role outside of entertainment centers and home appliances.
Embedded computer systems have no role outside of entertainment centers and home appliances.
Approximately how many people work from home due to PCs and networking technologies?
Approximately how many people work from home due to PCs and networking technologies?
Name three applications of technology, according to the image provided
Name three applications of technology, according to the image provided
In a technology-driven world, the demand for __________ literacy has increased exponentially.
In a technology-driven world, the demand for __________ literacy has increased exponentially.
Which of the following is an example of how computers impact routine daily tasks?
Which of the following is an example of how computers impact routine daily tasks?
Match the following tech companies with their function/product in 2006:
Match the following tech companies with their function/product in 2006:
Digital literacy only involves the ability to use social media effectively.
Digital literacy only involves the ability to use social media effectively.
What fundamental skill is crucial for building a foundation in technology and becoming competent in various fields?
What fundamental skill is crucial for building a foundation in technology and becoming competent in various fields?
Explain how I.T. contributes to competitive advantage.
Explain how I.T. contributes to competitive advantage.
Technologies such as Personal Computers and __________ allow ~10 million people to work remotely.
Technologies such as Personal Computers and __________ allow ~10 million people to work remotely.
What is a key reason for expanding knowledge and modernizing skills?
What is a key reason for expanding knowledge and modernizing skills?
Technology is primarily applied only in transportation and entertainment industries.
Technology is primarily applied only in transportation and entertainment industries.
What characterizes products, services, and tools classified specifically under 'Technology'?
What characterizes products, services, and tools classified specifically under 'Technology'?
Name three technologies that were purchased by larger companies in 2012-2013?
Name three technologies that were purchased by larger companies in 2012-2013?
Computer __________ is also known as digital literacy.
Computer __________ is also known as digital literacy.
Flashcards
Technology Definition
Technology Definition
Products, services, and tools primarily physical.
Information Technology Definition
Information Technology Definition
Products, services, and tools deriving primary value from data.
Digital Literacy
Digital Literacy
The ability to find, evaluate, and compose clear information through writing and other media on various digital platforms.
Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
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Computer Roles
Computer Roles
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Social Media Usage
Social Media Usage
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Daily Life and Computers
Daily Life and Computers
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Study Notes
- Information is a necessity that is provided in real-time and reaches people in different areas of the world.
- Engagement in the 21st century is lucrative in a business setting.
- IT offers personal career paths and company growth leading to competitive advantage in each field.
- Basic computer skills and a foundation using fundamental technology concepts are needed to become more competent.
- Computer Literacy is also known as digital literacy.
- Computer skills are needed regardless of field weather at home, work, school, or play.
- Understanding computers makes people self-sufficient for research, communications or time management.
- Mastering fundamentals develops a strong base to support knowledge.
- Embedded computers control alarm clocks, entertainment centers, and home appliances.
- Automobiles cannot run efficiently without embedded computer systems.
- Approximately 10 million people can work from home because of PCs and networking technologies
- People use social media for communications 10 times as often then snail mail and 5 times more than telephone.
- Computer technologies affect tasks such as banking and buying groceries.
- The demand for digital literacy has risen exponentially in a world defined by digital trends.
- Expanding knowledge and modernizing skills are important to stay relevant in a dynamic work environment.
- Learning the fundamentals of information technology is important.
Digital Literacy
- This is an ability to find evaluate and compose clear info through media platforms.
Technology vs Information Technology
- Technology uses products, services, and tools that are primarily physical.
- Example areas of technology include space exploration, transportation, energy generation, and construction.
- Information technology uses products, services, and tools that derive their primary value from data.
- Examples include mobile devices, applications, business software, and games.
Applications of Technology
- These generally apply to education, entertainment, transportation, commerce, healthcare, and home comfort.
Social Media Over Time
- 1978 - Bulletin Board System Launched
- 1997 - Google.com is registered
- 1999 - classmates.com founded
- 2002 - Friendster is founded
- 2003 - Google acquires Blogger
- 2004 - Facebook is founded
- 2005 - Yahoo acquires Flickr
- 2006 - Facebook opens to the public
- 2011 - Facebook buys Instagram; Twitter buys Vine; Findery launches as Pinwheel
- 2012 - Bubbly launches in the UK; Yahoo buys Tumblr; Myspace re-launches
- 2014 - Twitter buys Periscope
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