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Which of the following is NOT a typical use of smartphones with an internet connection?
Which of the following is NOT a typical use of smartphones with an internet connection?
- Controlling home appliances that are not connected to the internet. (correct)
- Listening to music and playing games.
- Staying connected with family and friends via social media.
- Watching videos and the news.
Tablets typically have a smaller screen size compared to smartphones.
Tablets typically have a smaller screen size compared to smartphones.
False (B)
Name two essential skills needed for effective use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Name two essential skills needed for effective use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Operating computers and browsing the internet (for collecting, storing, and disseminating information).
Match the I/O device with its primary function:
Match the I/O device with its primary function:
Keys labeled from F1 to F12 are known as ______ keys and perform specific commands.
Keys labeled from F1 to F12 are known as ______ keys and perform specific commands.
Which of the following is a function of control keys (e.g., CTRL, SHIFT, ALT)?
Which of the following is a function of control keys (e.g., CTRL, SHIFT, ALT)?
The ENTER key always has the same label on all computer keyboards.
The ENTER key always has the same label on all computer keyboards.
Name at least three types of punctuation keys commonly found on a keyboard.
Name at least three types of punctuation keys commonly found on a keyboard.
What is the primary function of navigation keys such as the arrow keys, HOME, and END?
What is the primary function of navigation keys such as the arrow keys, HOME, and END?
To make an email password more secure, it should be at least 8 characters long and contain letters, numbers, and ______ characters.
To make an email password more secure, it should be at least 8 characters long and contain letters, numbers, and ______ characters.
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Uses of ICT at home?
Uses of ICT at home?
For entertainment, communication, social media, information access, and playing games.
Smartphone vs. Tablet: Main Difference?
Smartphone vs. Tablet: Main Difference?
Smartphone: a phone with extra features like a camera. Tablet: a portable computer with a touchscreen.
Key ICT Skills?
Key ICT Skills?
Knowing how to operate computers and browse the Internet to collect, store, and share info.
Purpose of a Microphone?
Purpose of a Microphone?
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Purpose of a Scanner?
Purpose of a Scanner?
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Purpose of a Projector?
Purpose of a Projector?
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Purpose of a Printer?
Purpose of a Printer?
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Purpose of a Speaker?
Purpose of a Speaker?
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Function Keys (F1-F12)?
Function Keys (F1-F12)?
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Control Keys?
Control Keys?
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Study Notes
- ICT, information and communication technology, is used at home for entertainment via television and communication using phones.
- Smartphones with internet access facilitate regular connection with family and friends through social media like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
- Computers and mobile phones support communication, information exchange, video and news consumption, music enjoyment, and gaming.
Smartphone vs. Tablet
- Smartphones function primarily as phones but include additional features like cameras, operating mainly on Apple iOS or Google Android.
- Majority of smartphones run on other operating systems like Windows Phone or BlackBerry OS.
- Tablets serve as wireless portable personal computers with touchscreen interfaces, making them more useful than notebooks.
- Some tablets use Android, Apple iOS, or Windows OS.
- Smartphones have smaller screens vs Tablets.
Key ICT Skills
- Should possess the ability to operate computers and browse the Internet.
- Should know how to collect, store, and disseminate information.
I/O Devices
- Mic/Microphone: Records voice on the computer and facilitates communication.
- Scanner: Captures a paper image or document and converts it into a digital file.
- Projector: Projects images or video from a computer onto a screen.
- Printer: Prints visual output from the monitor onto paper.
- Speaker: Plays back sound-based output.
Types of Keys
- Function keys are labeled from F1 to F12 and perform specific functions that vary by program, with F1 often used for help.
- Control keys like CTRL, SHIFT, SPACEBAR, ALT, CAPS LOCK, and TAB perform special functions depending on their context.
- The Enter or Return key moves the cursor to the beginning of a new line and confirms tasks.
- Punctuation keys include symbols like colons, semicolons, question marks, and quotation marks.
- Navigation keys, such as arrow keys, HOME, END, PAGE UP, and PAGE DOWN, are used for document navigation.
Functions of a Mouse
- Point and click involves moving the mouse to move a pointer on the screen to select items.
- Drag and drop allows moving an item by clicking, holding the mouse button, and releasing it at a new location.
- Double-clicking involves quickly pressing the left mouse button twice to open files.
Steps to Search for Information Online
- Open an internet browser.
- Type the topic of interest into the search box and press Enter.
- The search results provide the required information.
- The Firefox icon in Ubuntu opens the Firefox Mozilla browser for searching online.
Password Security
- Strong passwords should be at least 8 characters long.
- Should contain a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters, such as $%#.
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Explore ICT uses at home, focusing on entertainment and communication. Compare smartphones and tablets, highlighting operating systems and screen sizes. Learn essential ICT skills like computer operation and internet browsing.
