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Who is credited with inventing the movable metal-type printing process in 1450?
Who is credited with inventing the movable metal-type printing process in 1450?
What was the input technology used by the Summerians?
What was the input technology used by the Summerians?
Which ancient civilization began folding sheets of papyrus vertically into leaves and binding them together for books and libraries?
Which ancient civilization began folding sheets of papyrus vertically into leaves and binding them together for books and libraries?
Who invented the first mechanical calculator in 1623, capable of working with six digits?
Who invented the first mechanical calculator in 1623, capable of working with six digits?
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Which numbering system was invented by Hindus in India between 100 and 200 A.D.?
Which numbering system was invented by Hindus in India between 100 and 200 A.D.?
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In what year did Alexander Graham Bell develop the first working telephone?
In what year did Alexander Graham Bell develop the first working telephone?
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What is the 'IT era' short for?
What is the 'IT era' short for?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of information technology mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of information technology mentioned in the text?
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What type of tools does technology refer to according to the text?
What type of tools does technology refer to according to the text?
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What concept does information refer to in the context of the text?
What concept does information refer to in the context of the text?
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Which aspect of society is NOT mentioned as being impacted by information technology in the text?
Which aspect of society is NOT mentioned as being impacted by information technology in the text?
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What key feature characterizes the 'IT era' according to the text?
What key feature characterizes the 'IT era' according to the text?
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What is a key benefit of using clear and concise emails?
What is a key benefit of using clear and concise emails?
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How can you make it easier for recipients to understand the purpose of an email from the subject line?
How can you make it easier for recipients to understand the purpose of an email from the subject line?
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What is an important aspect of addressing recipients in an email to add a personal touch?
What is an important aspect of addressing recipients in an email to add a personal touch?
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Why should emails be organized clearly using paragraphs, bullet points, and headings?
Why should emails be organized clearly using paragraphs, bullet points, and headings?
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What is a reason for avoiding humor and excessive use of emojis in professional emails?
What is a reason for avoiding humor and excessive use of emojis in professional emails?
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Why is it important to use a clear call to action at the end of an email?
Why is it important to use a clear call to action at the end of an email?
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Which type of tool is best suited for real-time and asynchronous communication in online collaboration?
Which type of tool is best suited for real-time and asynchronous communication in online collaboration?
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What is the main purpose of File Sharing and Storage in online collaboration?
What is the main purpose of File Sharing and Storage in online collaboration?
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Which online collaboration tool is particularly useful for co-authoring reports and presentations in real time?
Which online collaboration tool is particularly useful for co-authoring reports and presentations in real time?
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What do Task and Workflow Automation tools like Zapier and Integromat aim to achieve in online collaboration?
What do Task and Workflow Automation tools like Zapier and Integromat aim to achieve in online collaboration?
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Which tool is best suited for managing projects and ensuring team alignment in online collaboration?
Which tool is best suited for managing projects and ensuring team alignment in online collaboration?
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What is the primary function of Virtual Whiteboards in online collaboration?
What is the primary function of Virtual Whiteboards in online collaboration?
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What are the two main parts of a computer system according to the text?
What are the two main parts of a computer system according to the text?
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Which web browser is known for its high degree of customization and feature-rich experience?
Which web browser is known for its high degree of customization and feature-rich experience?
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What is the main function of a search engine in internet navigation?
What is the main function of a search engine in internet navigation?
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Which web browser was introduced as the successor to Internet Explorer?
Which web browser was introduced as the successor to Internet Explorer?
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What was one of the earliest web browsers according to the text?
What was one of the earliest web browsers according to the text?
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Which component of a computer system can you physically touch and see?
Which component of a computer system can you physically touch and see?
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Study Notes
Pre-Mechanical Age (3000 B.C - 1450 A.D)
- Humans communicated through speaking and picture drawings
- Petroglyphs were used for communication
- Summerians used a stylus to scratch marks in wet clay for input technology
- Greeks developed books and libraries as permanent storage devices around 600 B.C.
- Hindus in India invented a nine-digit numbering system between 100 and 200 A.D.
Mechanical Age (1450 - 1840)
- Johann Gutenberg invented the movable metal-type printing process in 1450
- Wilhelm Schickard invented the first mechanical calculator in 1623
- Blaise Pascal invented the Pascaline, a mechanical calculator that could solve mathematical problems
- Charles Babbage invented the difference engine and analytical engine, considered the father of modern computers
Electromechanical Age
- Samuel Morse developed the Morse Code in 1835
- Alexander Graham Bell developed the first working telephone in 1876
- A computer is a programmable electronic device that processes data and performs various tasks
- Hardware refers to physical components of a computer system
- Software refers to intangible programs and instructions
Internet and Web Browsers
- Internet navigation refers to exploring and interacting with the World Wide Web
- Techniques for successful internet navigation include using a web browser, search engines, bookmarks, and online security
- Examples of web browsers include Mosaic, Opera, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Vivaldi
IT Era (Information Technology Era)
- Refers to the widespread adoption, integration, and impact of information technology on society
- Information is processed, organized, or structured data that conveys meaning or aids in decision-making
- Technology refers to tools, techniques, systems, and methods used to solve problems or achieve goals
- Information Technology refers to the use of computers, software, networks, and other technology resources to manage and process information efficiently
Effective Email Communication
- Clear and concise emails convey messages accurately and save time
- Tips for effective email communication include using a clear and descriptive subject line, addressing the recipient appropriately, keeping it concise, and using proper formatting
Online Collaboration
- Key aspects of online collaboration include communication tools, file sharing and storage, collaborative document editing, project management software, virtual whiteboards, task and workflow automation, and online learning and education
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Test your knowledge on the earliest age of information technology, ranging from 3000 B.C. to 1450 A.D. Explore topics such as writing, alphabets, petroglyphs, paper and pens, as well as books and libraries.
