Mastering ICT
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Which term refers to the integration of telecommunications and computers, as well as necessary software and hardware, that enable users to access, store, transmit, understand and manipulate information?

  • Enterprise Software
  • Information Technology (IT) (correct)
  • Audiovisuals
  • Unified Communications
  • What does ICT stand for?

  • Information and Communications Technology (correct)
  • Internet and Computer Technology
  • International Communications Technology
  • Integrated Computer Technology
  • What does ICT refer to in terms of convergence?

  • Convergence of telecommunications and enterprise software
  • Convergence of audiovisuals and telephone networks with computer networks (correct)
  • Convergence of storage and audiovisuals
  • Convergence of computer and network hardware
  • Which devices are encompassed by ICT?

    <p>Radio, television, cell phones, computer and network hardware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the economic incentives to merge telephone networks with the computer network system using a single unified system of cabling, signal distribution, and management?

    <p>Large economic incentives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

    • ICT is a broad term that encompasses the integration of telecommunications and computers, along with necessary software, storage, and audiovisual components.
    • It enables users to access, store, transmit, understand, and manipulate information.
    • The convergence of audiovisuals, telephone networks, and computer networks is a key aspect of ICT, achieved through a unified cabling or link system.
    • There are significant economic incentives for merging telephone and computer networks into a single unified system.
    • ICT includes various communication devices such as radio, television, cell phones, computer and network hardware, and satellite systems.
    • It also encompasses services and appliances like video conferencing and distribution.
    • The integration of telecommunications and computers is facilitated by enterprise software and middleware.
    • Storage solutions are an essential component of ICT, enabling users to store and retrieve information.
    • Audiovisual technologies play a crucial role in ICT, allowing for the transmission and display of multimedia content.
    • ICT systems require proper signal distribution and management to ensure seamless communication and functionality.
    • The term ICT is an extension of the more specific term information technology (IT).
    • The goal of ICT is to create a unified and efficient system that enables effective communication and information manipulation.

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    Test your knowledge on Information and Communications Technology (ICT) with this quiz! Explore topics such as unified communications, telecommunications, enterprise software, and more. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand and manipulate ICT in today's digital world.

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