Information and Communication Technology Overview
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Which of the following is a benefit of ICT in education?

  • Increased administrative workload for teachers.
  • Faster grading and feedback through online systems. (correct)
  • Reduced learning resources for students.
  • None of the above.
  • What is a key advantage of cloud storage in ICT?

  • Files can be accessed from any internet-connected device. (correct)
  • It requires a stable internet connection.
  • It is a free service for all users.
  • Data can only be accessed on one device.
  • In which sector has ICT notably increased transparency and accountability?

  • Government. (correct)
  • Education.
  • Construction.
  • Healthcare.
  • Who invented the punched card system, and what was its primary use?

    <p>Herman Hollerith; to store and process data for the U.S. Census.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ENIAC primarily used for after its invention?

    <p>Military calculations during World War II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which early computer was the first to use stored programs?

    <p>Manchester Baby.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an IP address?

    <p>A unique identifier for each device on a network.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a search engine?

    <p>A system that organizes, retrieves, and displays information based on keywords.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is commonly used to ensure secure data transfer on the web?

    <p>HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered poor netiquette when participating in online discussions?

    <p>Sending frequent, off-topic messages or spamming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following violates the Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics?

    <p>Sharing a legally purchased software license with a friend.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should personal information be protected online?

    <p>To reduce the risk of identity theft and misuse of information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary use of ICT in education?

    <p>Communicating information, creating, storing, and managing it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sectors uses ICT for tracking inventory and creating reports?

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

    How does ICT benefit students in remote areas?

    <p>By providing access to expert teachers and learning resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

    • ICT in education helps communicate information, create, store, and manage it
    • ICT benefits in education include faster grading & feedback through online systems
    • Cloud storage allows access to files from any internet-connected device
    • ICT in government increases transparency and accountability

    Evolution of Information Technology

    • Herman Hollerith invented the punched card system to process data for the U.S. Census
    • ENIAC was primarily used for military calculations during World War II
    • Manchester Baby was the first computer to use stored programs

    The Web and the Internet

    • IP address is a unique identifier for each device on a network
    • Search engines organize, retrieve, and display information based on keywords
    • HTTPS protocol ensures secure data transfer on the web

    Netiquette and Computer Ethics

    • Poor netiquette includes sending frequent, off-topic messages or spamming
    • Violations of computer ethics include sharing a legally purchased software license with a friend
    • Protecting personal information online reduces the risk of identity theft and misuse of information

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    This quiz explores the foundations of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), its evolution, and its application in education, government, and the internet. Learn about the historical milestones in IT and the importance of netiquette in digital communication.

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