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What is the primary focus of the Professional Practices in IT course?
What is the primary focus of the Professional Practices in IT course?
What is the term for medical care provided through telecommunications?
What is the term for medical care provided through telecommunications?
What percentage of students in Pakistan use the internet for 4 or more hours per week?
What percentage of students in Pakistan use the internet for 4 or more hours per week?
What is the main purpose of ethical hacking in the context of IT?
What is the main purpose of ethical hacking in the context of IT?
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What is the percentage of marks allocated to the final exam in the Professional Practices in IT course?
What is the percentage of marks allocated to the final exam in the Professional Practices in IT course?
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What is the term for something that is created, simulated, or carried on by means of a computer or a computer network?
What is the term for something that is created, simulated, or carried on by means of a computer or a computer network?
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What is the term for the use of technology to replace traditional cash transactions?
What is the term for the use of technology to replace traditional cash transactions?
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What is the primary function of automated grading systems in teaching?
What is the primary function of automated grading systems in teaching?
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What is the estimated number of mobile phone subscribers by Nokia in 2006?
What is the estimated number of mobile phone subscribers by Nokia in 2006?
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What is the term coined by William Gibson to describe a futuristic computer network?
What is the term coined by William Gibson to describe a futuristic computer network?
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What is the primary use of microcontrollers?
What is the primary use of microcontrollers?
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What is the main difference between mainframe computers and microcomputers?
What is the main difference between mainframe computers and microcomputers?
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What is another term for tiny, specialized microprocessors inside appliances and automobiles?
What is another term for tiny, specialized microprocessors inside appliances and automobiles?
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What is the term for the multimedia part of the internet?
What is the term for the multimedia part of the internet?
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What is the primary function of servers in a network?
What is the primary function of servers in a network?
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What is the focus of the third direction of Communications Development?
What is the focus of the third direction of Communications Development?
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What is the primary use of supercomputers?
What is the primary use of supercomputers?
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In which direction of Computer Development is the focus on making computers smaller and more efficient?
In which direction of Computer Development is the focus on making computers smaller and more efficient?
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What is the term for sending and receiving small amounts of money online?
What is the term for sending and receiving small amounts of money online?
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What is the term for software that allows people to share and enhance information instantly?
What is the term for software that allows people to share and enhance information instantly?
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What is the term for the combination of computers, consumer electronics, entertainment, and mass media?
What is the term for the combination of computers, consumer electronics, entertainment, and mass media?
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What is the primary use of workstations?
What is the primary use of workstations?
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Study Notes
Embedded Computers
- Also known as embedded computers, these are specialized microprocessors found within various devices.
- Common applications include microwaves, programmable ovens, medical monitors, airbag sensors, MP3 players, digital cameras, and car engine controllers.
Servers
- Servers function as central computers across various larger types of computers.
- Their primary role is to hold data and programs, provide services, and connect to client devices like PCs and workstations.
Convergence, Portability, & Personalization
- Convergence combines computers, consumer electronics, entertainment, and mass media.
- Portability in technology allows collaboration and instant sharing of information.
Future of Information Technology
- Directions for Computer Development:
- Miniaturization
- Speed improvements
- Increased affordability
- Directions for Communications Development:
- Enhanced connectivity
- Greater interactivity
- Use of multimedia
Professional Practices in IT
- Course CSC 110 focuses on awareness of professional responsibilities in the IT sector.
- Covers historical, social, ethical, economical, and professional issues.
IT & Education
- 99% of universities in Pakistan have internet access.
- Majority of students own computers, with a significant number using the internet extensively.
- Distance learning exemplifies IT utilization in education.
Health Technology
- Telemedicine enables remote medical care via telecommunications.
- Advanced techniques include 3D tumor models, robotic microsurgery, and handheld devices for health monitoring.
- Medical websites provide information and resources for public health.
Cashless Society
- Virtual transactions include online bill payments, PayPal, and electronic payroll deposits.
- Changes in payment methods promote a cashless economy.
Infotech in Entertainment & Arts
- The entertainment industry utilizes computer technology for video games, downloading movies/music, and digital editing.
- Movies increasingly rely on computer animation for production.
Career Skills and Computers
- Computer skills are essential in various fields including office work, teaching, and fashion.
- Job-hunting often involves using word processors and online platforms for resume submission.
Evolution of Telecommunication
- The first cellphone call was made in 1973, with mobile phone subscribers reaching approximately 2 billion by 2006.
- Modern cellphones can capture/send images, connect to the internet, and send text messages.
Internet and Cyberspace
- The World Wide Web is the multimedia component of the internet, enabling access to interconnected documents.
- Cyberspace, a term created by William Gibson, refers to various online experiences including chat rooms and blogs.
Types of Computers
- Supercomputers, priced from $1 million to $350 million, are high-capacity systems with thousands of processors.
- Mainframe computers were predominant until the late 1960s, allowing multi-user access via terminals.
- Workstations, introduced in the early 1980s, are powerful PCs used for various specialized applications.
- Microcomputers are personal computers that range from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 200,000 and can function alone or within a network.
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Get familiar with the course outline and objectives of Professional Practices in IT, including the marks distribution for assignments, quizzes, sessionals, and final exams. Understand the importance of historical, social, ethical, economical, and professional issues in the IT sector.
