CHAPTER 1 ICT

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What is the backbone of modern-day technological advancements?

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

What is the result of data processing in a computer?

Information

Which component of a computer takes data through input devices?

Computer

What covers a wide range of applications, from telecommunication to computer networking?

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Signup and view all the answers

Which device is described as a programmable electronic device that processes data according to a sequence of instructions?

Computer Signup and view all the answers

What does ICT rely on to deliver efficient communication?

A combination of hardware, software, and data Signup and view all the answers

In which generation of computers was the transistor used as a substitute for vacuum tubes?

Second Generation Signup and view all the answers

Which technology enabled the use of millions of transistors in a single chip, leading to the era of Personal Computers (PCs)?

Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Signup and view all the answers

What marked the beginning of widespread commercial use of mainframe computers?

Introduction of IBM System/360 series Signup and view all the answers

Which technology allowed the exchange of information and ideas among people with a common profession or other interest?

Web Signup and view all the answers

What does WWW stand for?

World Wide Web Signup and view all the answers

What significant event altered the way people access the internet, take photos, and make phone calls?

Introduction of iPhone Signup and view all the answers

When was the first-ever cellular phone call made?

1973 Signup and view all the answers

Which technology allows the hardware resources of a single computer to be divided into multiple virtual machines?

Virtualization Signup and view all the answers

What type of computer development involves artificial intelligence, expert systems, and natural programming language?

Fifth Generation Computer Development Signup and view all the answers

What technology used semiconductor memory as main memory in computers?

Integrated Circuit (IC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the subset of the internet that refers to all web pages or online content available on the internet in HTML formatted manner?

WWW or World Wide Web Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

Simulating human intelligence processes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Internet of Things (IoT)?

A network of interconnected devices with sensors and software exchanging data Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Edge Computing?

To bring compute resources closer to the end-user Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the historical activity 'Activity Historical Timeline'?

Illustrating key milestones in the history of information technology Signup and view all the answers

What is the future implication of emerging technologies on the healthcare industry?

Accelerating treatments for chronic and genetic diseases Signup and view all the answers

What do IoT enabled devices do to smart homes?

Transform them into intelligent and connected spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is Industry 4.0 primarily focused on in manufacturing?

Creating a new era of automation and optimization Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the Internet of Things (IoT) in urban planning?

Enabling cities to become smarter and more efficient Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Smart Homes with IoT enabled devices?

Creating intelligent and connected spaces by allowing devices to communicate and exchange data. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main effect of Edge Computing?

Reducing latency and increasing computation efficiency. Signup and view all the answers

What type of activity is 'Technology in Everyday Life'?

A whole-class discussion exploring various aspects of IT in daily life. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key milestones illustrated in the 'Activity Historical Timeline'?

Early computing machines, invention of the first electronic computer, development of the internet and the World Wide Web. Signup and view all the answers