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What is the primary role of a platform in information technology?
What is the primary role of a platform in information technology?
- To enable the development, deployment, and operation of software applications and services. (correct)
- To operate independently without any additional software.
- To limit the number of services that can be run on a device.
- To complicate the development of software applications.
How do platforms contribute to the digital landscape?
How do platforms contribute to the digital landscape?
- By centralizing control and decreasing scalability.
- By enabling innovation, interoperability, and scalability. (correct)
- By limiting user access to certain types of hardware.
- By increasing fragmentation and inhibiting innovation.
What does technology utilize to solve problems and improve efficiency?
What does technology utilize to solve problems and improve efficiency?
- Complex algorithms that are only understandable by experts.
- Only hardware components.
- Knowledge, tools, and systems. (correct)
- Random guesses and luck.
What is the ultimate result of technology enhancing innovation, efficiency, collaboration, and user experience?
What is the ultimate result of technology enhancing innovation, efficiency, collaboration, and user experience?
What three components constitute platform technology?
What three components constitute platform technology?
According to Wikipedia's definition, what benefit does platform technology provide?
According to Wikipedia's definition, what benefit does platform technology provide?
What technologies enabled the creation of dynamic websites and applications during the rise of the internet in the 1990s?
What technologies enabled the creation of dynamic websites and applications during the rise of the internet in the 1990s?
What development in the 1970s aided software development by allowing multiple applications to run on the same hardware?
What development in the 1970s aided software development by allowing multiple applications to run on the same hardware?
In the context of platform technology, what characterized the 'Mainframe Era' of the 1960s?
In the context of platform technology, what characterized the 'Mainframe Era' of the 1960s?
What key event revolutionized mobile computing in the 2000s?
What key event revolutionized mobile computing in the 2000s?
What has been a primary impact of cloud computing on platform technologies since the 2010s?
What has been a primary impact of cloud computing on platform technologies since the 2010s?
What characterizes current trends in platform technologies related to Web3 and Blockchain?
What characterizes current trends in platform technologies related to Web3 and Blockchain?
Which of the following is an example of a tangible platform?
Which of the following is an example of a tangible platform?
Which of the following are the two main categories of platform technology?
Which of the following are the two main categories of platform technology?
Which of the following is a characteristic of tangible platforms?
Which of the following is a characteristic of tangible platforms?
What benefit do organizations gain from having control over the hardware and infrastructure of tangible platforms?
What benefit do organizations gain from having control over the hardware and infrastructure of tangible platforms?
What is a primary challenge associated with using tangible platforms?
What is a primary challenge associated with using tangible platforms?
Which of the following serves as an example of an intangible platform?
Which of the following serves as an example of an intangible platform?
What is a defining characteristic of intangible platforms?
What is a defining characteristic of intangible platforms?
What is a key benefit of intangible platforms regarding cost?
What is a key benefit of intangible platforms regarding cost?
What is a potential challenge when using intangible platforms?
What is a potential challenge when using intangible platforms?
Which element is typically included in platform technologies?
Which element is typically included in platform technologies?
What role do operating systems serve in platform technologies?
What role do operating systems serve in platform technologies?
What describes digital marketplace platforms?
What describes digital marketplace platforms?
What is the primary objective of engagement platforms?
What is the primary objective of engagement platforms?
Flashcards
What is a Platform?
What is a Platform?
A foundational technology or environment enabling software application development, deployment, and operation.
What is Technology?
What is Technology?
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, improving efficiency and shaping communities.
What is Platform Technology?
What is Platform Technology?
The application of scientific knowledge using hardware, software, and cloud computing to create applications.
Mainframe Era
Mainframe Era
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Personal Computing
Personal Computing
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Rise of the Internet
Rise of the Internet
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Mobile Revolution
Mobile Revolution
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Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing
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Web3 and Blockchain
Web3 and Blockchain
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Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
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Tangible Platforms
Tangible Platforms
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Intangible Platforms
Intangible Platforms
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Desktop Computer
Desktop Computer
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Laptop Computer
Laptop Computer
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Mobile Devices
Mobile Devices
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Tablet Computers
Tablet Computers
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Smartphones
Smartphones
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Gaming Consoles
Gaming Consoles
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Software-Based Platform
Software-Based Platform
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Operating System
Operating System
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Application Program
Application Program
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Cloud Services
Cloud Services
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Application Development Platforms
Application Development Platforms
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Analytics Platform
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Blockchain Platforms
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Study Notes
Introduction to Platform Technologies
- Platform technologies have become the design paradigm of choice due to the rise of IT and the complexity of the technology landscape.
- The platform model emerged with the development of personal computers, where operating system providers created platforms for software developers.
- The platform model has come of age due to the widespread use of the internet, with Internet companies defining their solutions as platforms.
What is a Platform?
- A platform refers to a foundational technology or environment which enables the development, deployment, and operation of software applications and services in IT.
- It is a base for building, developing, and running applications, processes, or technologies, providing tools, frameworks, and infrastructure.
- A platform constitutes the basic foundation upon which any application or software is supported and/or developed.
- Platforms encompass various components, including hardware, software, and services and enables scalability innovation, and interoperability in the digital landscape.
Defining Technology
- Technology is the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes or applications.
- It uses knowledge, tools, and systems to solve problems, improve efficiency, connect people, shape communities, and simplifies daily life.
- Technology applies scientific principles to change the environment in which humans live.
- Technology enhances innovation, efficiency, collaboration, and user experience, leading to better products and services.
Platform Technology
- The Application of scientific knowledge to create, develop and deploy applications, tools or services using different hardware, software and cloud computing technology - it changes the environment in which humans live.
- Platform technology is a toolset used to build, modify, maintain, and monitor services and products in the digital or cyber world.
- Wikipedia defines platform technology as a structure or technology that allows products evolve without new processes.
- Established platforms can support the creation of various solutions and embraced easily within organizations.
- For example, developers can use the Microsoft .NET software development platform to create various applications using the same tools and underlying technology.
History of Platform Technology
- Early Computing (1960s): Platforms began with mainframe computers, where systems like IBM's OS/360 provided a foundation for applications accessed through terminals.
- Personal Computing (1970s-1980s): Personal computers like the Apple II and IBM PC led to operating systems (DOS, Macintosh, Windows) for software application development, with user-friendly interfaces.
- Rise of the Internet (1990s): The World Wide Web led to web-based platforms, HTML, JavaScript, and web servers enabled dynamic websites and applications.
- Rise of the Internet (1990s): E-commerce Platforms like Amazon (founded in 1994) and eBay (founded in 1995) emerged which allowed businesses and consumers to interact online.
- Mobile Revolution (2000s): The iPhone launch in 2007 and the rise of Android revolutionized mobile computing while App markets(like Google Play & Apple App Store) became platforms for app distribution.
- Mobile Revolution (2000s): Social media platforms like Facebook (founded in 2004) and X (Twitter, founded in 2006) created ecosystems for user-generated content and social interaction via smartphones.
- Cloud Computing (2010s): The emergence of cloud computing transformed platform technologies.
- Cloud Computing (2010s): Services like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform offered scalable infrastructure and tools for developers.
- APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) allowed different software systems to communicate, enabling applications and services interconnection.
- Current Trends (2020s): Web3 and Blockchain technology have introduced decentralized platforms using blockchain and emphasize user control and transparency.
- Current Trends (2020s): AI platforms, like OpenAI's GPT models, are integral to applications, enabling advanced capabilities for automation and natural language processing.
- Current Trends (2020s): Tailored cloud solutions for healthcare, finance, and manufacturing industries have appeared, optimizing operations and enhancing efficiency.
Types of Platform Technology
- Platform technology can be categorized into two main types and include intangible and tangible.
- Each type has distinct characteristics, benefits, and use cases.
Characteristics of Tangible Platforms
- Tangible platforms consist of physical or hardware-based systems that lay the foundation for software applications and services.
- Tangible platforms have a physical form as networking equipment, such as computers, or servers.
- Tangible platforms often involve the underlying infrastructure, such as data centers, storage devices, and networking hardware, required to run applications.
- Tangible platforms require physical maintenance, including hardware upgrades,physical security measures, and repairs.
Benefits of Tangible Platforms
- Organizations have direct control over and optimization of the infrastructure and hardware.
- Tangible platforms can provide high performance for specific applications, especially when requiring low latency.
Challenges of Tangible Platforms
- The initial setup and ongoing maintenance can have a high cost.
- Scaling tangible platforms often requires investment in additional hardware.
Characteristics of Intangible Platforms
- Intangible platforms are software-based systems, services.
- Intangible platforms exist in a virtual or digital space and do not have a physical form.
- They are provided as a service (for example, Platform as a Service, Infrastructure as a Service, Software as a Service) and accessed remotely.
- Intangible platforms can be easily scaled and updated without physical changes.
Benefits of Intangible Platforms
- Intangible platform offer lower costs, and organizations pay for what they use whilst avoiding hardware investment .
- It is easy to scale up or down according to demand, and updates can be deployed without downtime, which creates flexibility.
- Intangible platform are accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, promoting remote work and collaboration.
Challenges of Intangible Platforms
- Performance can be affected depending on internet speed and reliability.
- Vendor Lock-In can often occur, and organizations can become dependent on specific service providers which complicates switching platforms.
Tangible vs Intangible Platforms Comparison
- Tangible Platforms: Physical hardware systems, Yes physical presence, Virtual infrastructure, Requires physical maintenance, Servers/networking, Higher upfront costs, Limited scalability, Limited accessibility, High Control
- Intangible Platforms: Software-based systems and services, No physical presence, Virtual infrastructure, Software updates and maintenance, Cloud Services/CMS/Frameworks, Lower initial costs, Easily Scalable, Broad accessibility, Less Control
Components of Platform Technologies
- Hardware architecture.
- Operating System and software applications.
- Development Frameworks and Tools.
- Cloud Services.
Hardware-Based Platform
- The hardware platform is essential for most digital products, as it is the backend machine that handles all operations.
- A line of compatible hardware products creates a complete platform which has a wide and varied audience.
- Hardware vendors maintain backward compatibility as long as possible to promote continued user functionality.
- Emerging technologies
- Necessity
- Communication
- Trends
- Offices / Business
- Homes / Families
- Schools
Examples of Hardware Based Platforms
- Desktop Computer
- A personal computing device designed to fit on top of a typical office desk.
- Physical hardware makes a computer run and connects to input devices such as the mouse, monitor and keyboard.
- Laptop Computer
- A portable computer that can be easily carried and used in a variety of locations and can run the same software and application as a desktop.
- Netbook Computer
- A type of laptop designed to be very portable but is less powerful than laptops/desktops generally.
- Netbooks provide enough power for email and internet access which explains the name "netbook".
- Mobile Devices include Tablet Computers and Smartphones.
- A mobile device is any handheld computer system designed to be extremely portable so you can bring nearly everywhere.
- Mobile devices are very powerful.
- Tablet Computers are designed to be portable.
- Most Tablet Computers don't have a keyboard or touchpad though their screen is touch sensitive allowing a user to interact in that way.
- Tablet computers are used for web browsing, reading e-books, playing games, watching videos etc.
- Smartphones are powerful mobile phones with internet access (3G, 4G, 5G cellular data connection) and have a wide range of functionalities.
- Gaming Consoles
- An electronic output device to display a video game that can be played using a controller.
- Home consoles are generally placed in a permanent location connected to displays while handheld consoles include their own display unit and controller functions.
- Hybrid consoles combine both elements. They can be used both in the home and as a hand held console.
Software Based Platform
- Software platforms such as operating systems and other application programs are one of the most needed, common types of platform.
- In the cyber and digital industries, softwares are tools to help hardware and allow applications, services, games, extensions, and other functions to run smoothly.
- Operating System
- The operating system acts as an interface between the computer, the user and the application.
- Hardware and an operating system are together the usable platform which programs must run on.
- The operating system is the platform for game/app development on digital goods for smartphones/tablets/computers and other gadgets.
- Application Program
- An application is computer software developed to aid a user in performing specific taskd.
- A computing platform possesses the architecture of the hardware and a software framework that permits application software to operate.
- Application software allows you to perform tasks, spreadsheets and documents. , for example, playing music or games and creating presentations,
Cloud Services
- Cloud services play a crucial role providing flexible and scalable resources over the internet which allows developers to deploy, build, and manage applications.
- With cloud services, developers do not need to have extensive on-premises infrastructure, allowing for cost efficiency and rapid innovation.
- Cloud services give access to computing power, IT resources, storage, on demand applications and which removes the focus on upfront physical infrastructure investment.
- Cloud services technology provides tools for the management, development and maintenance of complete environments for all online digital activity.
Development Frameworks and Tools.
- Programming Languages such as Java, Python, Javascript, that developers use to build their new applications.
- Pre-built tools/libraries(React, Angular, Django) that simplify and accelerate the development process.
Examples of Platform Technologies
- Operating System Platform:
- Manages all the software and programs on a computer or digital device and includes Linux, Windows, and macOS for PC's and Android and iOS for mobile devices.
- It allows software applications to run effectively via an interface that communicates to the device.
- Performing desired operations can be done when the appropriate operating system is installed and updated.
- Database Platforms:
- A tool consisting of programs to organize data or sorting.
- Database platforms receive data requests from applications and also retrievie data from the operating system.
- Companies can access data from any location due to centralized structure of those data platforms.
- Common examples include MySQL and Microsoft Access.
- Computing Platforms:
- Built on operating systems that provide computing functionality, often in cloud computing and virtualization.
- Cloud computing platforms allows scaling of virtual machines as required.
- Storage Platforms:
- Includes scalability, APIs and value add services that is backed up in locations.
- Application Development Platforms
- A set of technologies that allows teams to build software efficiently.
- Are environments that are a toolkit designed to be used by people that allow the development and deployment of running or building applications.
- Dynamic web applications by executing code.
- Mobile Platforms
- Mobile platforms include mobile operating systems, environments for mobile building apps.
- Cloud platforms, services and API's for mobile app developers are found in areas like voice recognition.
- Web Platforms:
- Services that provides website, web based operations such as a web app or server and content distribution networks.
- Content Management Systems (CMS):
- Platforms that manage media documentation that can be used internally or externally.
- Media Platforms:
- Platforms for media analysis and publishing with tools, media delivery on a streaming.
- API Platforms:
- Are interfaces that help communications.
- Critical enablers because they are seamless and share data, but also used in different applications.
- Analytics Platform:
- Data is captured and visualized. -This services helps capture and organize tools that process massive data.
- Security Platform:
- Is firewall and creates access management controls and a compliance report including key encryption.
- Robotics Platform:
- Software with simplified programmers that can be controlled.
- Robotics platforms include robots and other backend systems.
- Internet of Things (IoT):
- Communication devices such as cloud computing for devices such as device management.
- AI Platforms:
- Use machine learning in order to carry out human task such as learning, social intelligence, and problem solving. -Virtual reality can be ready to use.
- Game Platform:
- Environments optimized for gaming can be 3d AR and VR.
- Platforms for are PC console, and virtual reality, and the internet.
- Engagement Platforms:
- Software applications which helps businesses connect with each other.
- Platforms can network details and help post contents.
- Blockchain Platforms are a shared digital ledger users used to record information and or transaction. These platforms help support the framework .
- Digital Marketplace Platforms
- Its E-commerce for virtual events that help buyers and sellers. This is a basic feature.
- Help optimize platforms like new egg.
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