CS-143 Lecture 01: Computers in Daily Life

Course Information

• Course title: Application of Information and Communication Technology (CS-143)
• Lecture number: 01
• Instructor: Sajiya Tariq
• University: GIFT UNIVERSITY

Lecture Outline

• Introduction to the course
• Course outline discussion
• Role of computers in daily life

Computers in Daily Life

• Why learn about computers?
  • Pervasive Computing (Ubiquitous Computing): Computers are integral parts of daily life.
  • Basic Computer Literacy: Understanding computer operation is crucial.

Computers Before 1980

• Computers were expensive and large.
• Access was limited to a few.
• Primary use was for high-volume processing tasks.

Computers in the 1980s

• Microcomputers become inexpensive.
• Increased personal computer use.
• Computer adoption rises drastically

Computers Today

• Nearly 90% of US households have computers.
• Convergence of electronic devices.
• Multiple capabilities – E.g. e-mail, internet access, TV, on a single device (e.g., smart TVs, smartphones)
• Computer literacy vital for everyone.

Computers in the Home

• Versatile uses in the home:
  • Information research and news access
  • E-mail exchange
  • Paying bills
  • Watching videos
  • Music and movie downloads
  • Photo organization
  • Game playing
  • Making vacation plans
• Modern uses:
  • Reference, productivity, and entertainment
  • Wireless networking
  • Use across all locations
  • Use of smart appliances with built-in computer technology
  • Monitoring household tasks

Computers in Education

• Youth = "computing generation"
• Computer labs and classrooms are common.
• Integration of e-books into curriculums.
• Increased use of wireless hotspots in colleges and universities.
• Computer use requirements in educational settings
• Distance learning is accessible (e.g., BYOD).

Computers in the Workplace

• Universal tool for decision-making, productivity, and communication.
• Use by all professionals, security measures and service.
• Essential for military operations.
• Constant upskilling is needed.
• Specific workplace uses: decision making, productivity, off-site communication, and authentication

Computers on the Go

• Computers are integral parts of everyday life now.
• Examples:
  • Consumer kiosks
  • Automated teller machines (ATMs)
  • Point-of-sale (POS) systems in retail shops
  • Self-checkout systems
  • Consumer authentication systems
  • Portable computers and mobile devices
  • GPS systems

Technology and You (Example)

• Restaurant iPad Ordering Systems: Used with e-menus, enabling customer order placement and payment. Provides extra resources for customers. (e.g., menu options, pictures).

This quiz covers the first lecture of the Application of Information and Communication Technology course. It explores the importance of computers in our daily lives, the evolution of computers over the decades, and their pervasive role in modern society. Test your understanding of how computers have changed from the 1980s to today.