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Empowerment Technologies: Communication Evolution
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Empowerment Technologies: Communication Evolution

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What year was the first telegraph message sent by Samuel Morse?

  • 1876
  • 1983
  • 1844 (correct)
  • 1866

    • Who received the patent for the telephone?

  • Thomas Edison
  • Samuel F.B. Morse
  • Alexander Graham Bell (correct)
  • Nikola Tesla

    • What significant change occurred on January 1, 1983, regarding the Internet?

  • Change to TCP/IP standard (correct)
  • Commercial availability of the Internet
  • Launch of the first website
  • Introduction of smartphones

    • Which technology replaced the telegraph by the 20th century?

    <p>Fax machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first telephone call made by Alexander Graham Bell to his partner?

    <p>Watson, come here</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the first version of a smartphone invented in 1992?

    <p>Simon Personal Communicator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines technology?

    <p>Use of scientific knowledge to create processes and products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did pigeons play in communication from the Middle Ages to the 1800s?

    <p>They were used primarily for navigation and sending messages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology is specifically mentioned as aiding communication?

    <p>Fax machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is emphasized as a major improvement in communication in the 21st century?

    <p>Inventions of cellular phones and electronic devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of technology is highlighted as changing rapidly?

    <p>The pace of societal change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovation is mentioned as enhancing communication?

    <p>The invention of the television.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a tool mentioned for spreading communication?

    <p>Robots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did individuals communicate during the siege of Paris in 1870-1871?

    <p>They sent messages using pigeons and balloons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about information dissemination in the 21st century is correct?

    <p>It utilizes various technologies to reach a wider audience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is primarily used for extending communication?

    <p>Fax machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a tool for broadcasting information?

    <p>Telephone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary purposes of the World Wide Web?

    <p>To broadcast information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tools is NOT mentioned as a method for spreading communication?

    <p>Billboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a suitable definition for the term 'ICT' based on the provided content?

    <p>Information Communication Technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term specifically refers to the use of diverse communication technologies to manage information?

    <p>ICT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the exchange of information using symbols or signs?

    <p>Communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does not represent a type of information management technology?

    <p>Physical Mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario does communication typically occur?

    <p>Transmitting messages between people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field primarily focuses on the management of information through various technologies?

    <p>ICT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of communication evolution relies on birds to send messages?

    <p>Pigeon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What communication evolution enables video calling through handheld devices?

    <p>Smartphones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of communication is characterized by sending short messages using series of dots and dashes?

    <p>Morse Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What communication method was primarily used for voice communication over distances before the smartphone era?

    <p>Telephone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of device facilitates both calling and video features in communication?

    <p>Smartphones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used in ICT to refer to knowledge gained from reading and research?

    <p>Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a program that helps navigate online information sources?

    <p>Web Browser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is NOT an application of knowledge in ICT?

    <p>Data Entry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of online tool is specifically used for searching information?

    <p>Web Browser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is essential for displaying online content?

    <p>Web Browser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the evolution of communication enabled by modern technologies such as smartphones and computers?

    <p>Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information space allows documents and web resources to be interlinked and accessed via URLs?

    <p>World Wide Web</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What communication method significantly progressed with the introduction of computers and smartphones?

    <p>Instant messaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key feature of the World Wide Web?

    <p>Hypertext links</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has the nature of communication changed in the 21st century with technology?

    <p>It has become instantaneous and global.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of hypertext document is primarily associated with the World Wide Web?

    <p>Web Pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which application of ICT is regarded as a key factor in promoting social change?

    <p>Technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is essential for accessing the World Wide Web?

    <p>Web Pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does ICT play in modern society?

    <p>Connecting people globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically described as a web document?

    <p>File Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Empowerment Technologies

    • Communication has evolved significantly with technological advancements, including cellular phones and televisions, improving daily interactions.
    • 21st-century communication relies heavily on technology to disseminate information broadly.

    Evolution of Communication

    • Pigeons: Carrier pigeons served as a means of communication from the Middle Ages to the 1800s, notably during the siege of Paris (1870-1871) for sending messages and supplies.
    • Morse Code: Samuel Morse's first telegraph message was sent in 1844; the transatlantic telegraph cable was completed by 1866, marking a shift from telegraphy to telephony by the 20th century.
    • Telephone: Alexander Graham Bell patented the telephone on March 7, 1876, and made the first call to Thomas Watson shortly after.
    • Internet: The transition to the TCP/IP standard on January 1, 1983, marked the official inception of the Internet, allowing diverse networks to communicate using a common language.

    Smartphones

    • The IBM Simon Personal Communicator, considered the first smartphone, was released in 1994, changing mobile communication.

    Technology

    • Technology encompasses scientific knowledge and resources to create processes and products that meet human needs and is a crucial agent of societal change, now advancing rapidly.

    ICT Technology

    • Aiding Communication: Devices such as telephones and fax machines extend communication capabilities.
    • Spreading Communication: Tools like radio, television, satellites, and the World Wide Web effectively broadcast information such as news and weather.

    The Current State of ICT

    • World Wide Web: A vast information space where documents and resources are connected via URLs and hypertext links, accessible through the Internet.

    Quiz Highlights

    • ICT Definition: Involves using various communication technologies (mobile phones, internet) to manage information.
    • Communication Process: The exchange of information through symbols, signs, or verbal interaction.
    • Knowledge in ICT: Refers to information obtained through reading and research.
    • Web Browser: A software program for navigating and displaying online resources.
    • Web Pages: Hypertext documents linked on the World Wide Web.
    • Power of ICT: Recognized as a major social change agent.
    • Communication Evolution: Pigeons facilitated message delivery, and smartphones enable video communication through advanced devices.

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    Explore the fascinating evolution of communication technology from carrier pigeons to the Internet. This quiz covers significant milestones such as the invention of the telephone and the development of Morse code, highlighting their impact on modern interactions. Test your knowledge of how technology has shaped our communication methods throughout history.

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