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What does ICT stand for?
What does ICT stand for?
Information and Communications Technology
Name two components of an ICT system.
Name two components of an ICT system.
Telecommunications and broadcast media
How has ICT impacted society?
How has ICT impacted society?
It has changed how people work, communicate, learn, and live.
What are two advantages of ICT in business?
What are two advantages of ICT in business?
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Which of these is not an advantage of ICT?
Which of these is not an advantage of ICT?
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Which of the following is an impact of ICT on education?
Which of the following is an impact of ICT on education?
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What is one disadvantage of ICT in education?
What is one disadvantage of ICT in education?
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ICT has drastically changed how people work, communicate, learn, and live, shifting interactions from ______ to the digital space.
ICT has drastically changed how people work, communicate, learn, and live, shifting interactions from ______ to the digital space.
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ICT negatively impacts globalization.
ICT negatively impacts globalization.
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Study Notes
Introduction to ICT
- ICT stands for Information and Communications Technology, encompassing all technologies facilitating modern computing and communications.
- Includes telecommunications, broadcast media, smart building management systems, audiovisual systems, and network control functions.
ICT's Societal and Economic Impact
- ICT transforms economic, societal, and interpersonal engagements, influencing how individuals work, communicate, learn, and live.
- Significant shift towards digital interactions, reducing reliance on face-to-face communication.
Significance of ICT in Enterprises
- ICT enhances business efficiency, leading to cost savings, opportunities, and improved operations.
- Facilitates automation in business processes, enabling transactions like online shopping, telemedicine, and social media engagement.
Advantages of ICT
- Speeds up communication and reduces time lag in information exchange.
- Promotes globalization by connecting people and businesses worldwide.
- Cost-effective solutions improve overall efficiency in operations.
- Increases availability of information and resources.
- Bridges cultural gaps, fostering understanding and collaboration.
- Creates new job opportunities and enhances workforce capabilities.
- Expands educational opportunities, providing diverse learning resources.
- Visual aids in education enhance memory retention and comprehension.
- Engages students through interactive classroom experiences.
Disadvantages of ICT
- Potential disadvantages impacting education and other sectors are explored, but specifics require further details.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), focusing on its definition, components, and societal and economic impacts. It is designed for students in the GE Elective Living in the IT Era course and aims to enhance understanding of ICT's relevance today.
