6 Questions
What is a computer?
A machine that accepts, stores, manipulates, and generates data through digital circuitry.
How is technology defined?
As the practical application of scientific knowledge.
What type of computers were mainly used for data processing until the early 1980s?
Mainframe computers
What is the 'paperless office' concept about?
Predicting the widespread adoption of electronic record-keeping.
What was a significant advancement in technology that accelerated computer applications?
Invention of Personal Computers (PCs)
How have organizations shifted towards creating records today?
By adopting various automated systems on personal computers
Study Notes
Computer Definition
- A computer is a general-purpose machine that accepts, stores, manipulates, and generates data in various forms (numbers, text, graphics, voice, video files, or electrical signals) according to a set of instructions called a program.
Technology Definition
- Technology refers to methods, systems, and devices that are the result of scientific knowledge being used for practical purposes.
Impact of ICT on Organizations
- The rapid advancement of ICT has led to the widespread use of computers and information systems in organizations to support their business transactions.
- Most organizations are creating electronic records through automated systems, with some experts predicting the emergence of the "paperless office".
Evolution of Computer Technology
- Until the early 1980s, most data processing was done on mainframe computers.
- The advent of the personal computer (PC) led to rapid advancements in computer technology and applications.
- Today, organizations use office automation tools such as word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail, and database management software, all running on personal computers, to create electronic records.
Test your understanding of the definitions covered in Chapter 1 of IMD262. This quiz includes questions on computer, technology, and general-purpose machine concepts.
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