Information and Communication Technology Overview

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What are some examples of media sharing platforms that allow for the upload and sharing of content?

Examples include Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, and Twitter.

Identify two types of mobile operating systems and their associated devices.

iOS is used in Apple devices, while Android is developed by Google and works on various smartphones.

What is the primary function of assistive media services?

The primary function is to help individuals with visual and reading impairments by providing audio recordings.

What distinguishes microblogging platforms from traditional blogging sites?

Microblogging platforms, like Twitter, focus on short, quick updates, whereas blogging sites like WordPress allow for longer posts. Signup and view all the answers

Name two sites that facilitate user-generated news content.

Reddit and Dig are platforms where users can post news items or links to other sources. Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of dynamic content in creating a rich user experience?

Dynamic content adapts to user input, providing a personalized experience that engages users more effectively. Signup and view all the answers

How does Software as a Service (SaaS) differ from traditional software purchasing?

SaaS allows users to subscribe and pay only for the software when needed, rather than purchasing it outright. Signup and view all the answers

What role does user participation play in the evolution of web content?

User participation enables contributions through comments and reviews, fostering a collaborative content environment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Web 3.0?

The primary goal of Web 3.0 is to create a Semantic Web where machines can understand user preferences. Signup and view all the answers

Identify one major challenge of Web 3.0 and explain its significance.

Compatibility is a major challenge, as different systems need to work together seamlessly to realize the Semantic Web. Signup and view all the answers

What is technological convergence, and why is it important in ICT?

Technological convergence refers to the integration of various technologies to achieve common objectives. Signup and view all the answers

Name one type of social media and its main purpose.

Social networks, like Facebook, aim to connect users with similar interests and backgrounds. Signup and view all the answers

How do bookmarking sites contribute to user experience on the internet?

Bookmarking sites allow users to organize and manage links to resources, making information retrieval easier. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)?

The primary goal of ICT is communication. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the Philippines as the 'ICT Hub of Asia'?

The Philippines is considered the 'ICT Hub of Asia' due to its ICT Department's efforts in planning, development, and promoting the country's ICT agenda. Signup and view all the answers

Define the Internet in terms of its structure and connectivity.

The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that connect billions of devices using the Internet protocol suite (TCP/IP). Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hyperlinks in the World Wide Web (WWW)?

Hyperlinks in the WWW allow users to navigate from one document to another, facilitating the search for information. Signup and view all the answers

How do web browsers function in relation to web pages?

Web browsers retrieve, present, and allow users to navigate information resources on the World Wide Web. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of Web 1.0 compared to Web 2.0?

Web 1.0 is static and read-only, meaning content is the same for all users, unlike Web 2.0, which is dynamic and interactive. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the term 'Folksonomy' in the context of Web 2.0.

Folksonomy refers to users categorizing and organizing information using freely chosen keywords, such as tagging. Signup and view all the answers

What is a website and what is the significance of its home page?

A website is a location connected to the internet containing one or more pages, with the home page serving as the starting point for navigation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

ICT deals with different communication technologies
Its goal is communication

ICT Hub of Asia

The Philippines is known as the ICT Hub of Asia.
The ICT Department in the Philippines plans, develops, and promotes ICT policies to support national development.

Internet

The internet is a global network of interconnected computer networks.
It uses the internet protocol suite (TCP/IP) to connect billions of devices.
Also known as "the net".

World Wide Web (WWW/Web)

The World Wide Web is an information system on the internet.
It uses hypertext links.
Users can easily move between documents.
It's an information space with documents identified by URLs.
Invented by Tim Berners-Lee.

Web Pages

A web page is a hypertext document on the WWW.
Suitable for use on the WWW.

Websites

A website is a collection of web pages.
Connected to the internet.
Contains one or more web pages.
Has a starting point, a home page.

Web Browsers

A web browser displays web pages on a monitor or mobile device.
Software to access and navigate information on the web.
Retrieves, displays, and travels through web resources.

Web 1.0

Static web pages.
User cannot manipulate the content.
Content is the same for all users.
Read-only.
Website content stored in files.
Focuses on information sharing.

Web 2.0

Dynamic web pages.
Users can interact with websites.
Allows for user-generated content, like comments.
User can see the website differently.
Web browsers able to be used for user interfaces, file storage, and web applications instead of just operating systems.

Features of Web 2.0

Folksonomy: Users categorize information using freely chosen keywords.
Rich User Experience: Dynamic content responding to user input.
Long Tail: Services on demand, not one-time purchases.
User Participation: Users can contribute content to websites.
Software as a Service: Software subscription instead of purchase.
Mass Participation: Universal web access for global information sharing.
User as a Contributor: Web content is not just created by owners, but also by contributors.

Web 3.0

Semantic Web: Allows data sharing and reuse across multiple applications, enterprises, and communities.
Aim is for computers to understand user preferences, to deliver customized content.
Intelligent web: customized to the user, efficient.

Trends in ICT

Convergence: Combining technological advancements to work together effectively.
Social Media: Websites, apps, and channels enabling communication, content creation, discussion, and exchange.

Social Networks: Connect users with shared interests or backgrounds [e.g., Facebook, Google+].
Bookmarking Sites: Allow storing and managing links [e.g., StumbleUpon, Pinterest].
Social News: Allow users to post news or links to other sources [e.g., Reddit, Digg].
Media Sharing: Share images, music, and videos [e.g., Instagram, YouTube, Flickr].
Microblogging: Short updates from users [e.g., Plurk, Twitter].
Blogs and Forums: Sites for user-generated content [e.g., Blogger, WordPress, Tumblr].

Mobile Technologies

Mobile technologies include smartphones and tablets.
Increased use, capable of tasks previously done on personal computers.
Operating Systems (OS):
- iOS (Apple devices)
- Android (Google)
- Blackberry OS (Blackberry devices)
- Windows Phone (Microsoft)
- Symbian (Nokia)
- WebOS: Smartphones, later Smart TV.
- Windows Mobile

Assistive Media

Services for people with visual and reading impairments.
Uses a database of audio recordings for text.

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Description

This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), including its significance in the Philippines as the ICT Hub of Asia. It covers essential components like the internet, the World Wide Web, web pages, and websites to provide a comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape.