Software and Technology Quiz

Word processors = Modify and update documents without retyping. Spreadsheets = Make calculations for salary / bill payments. Databases = Store and search personal information of staff. Robots in manufacturing = Higher productivity

Word processors = No filing cabinets Spreadsheets = Don’t get bored with repetitive tasks Databases = Reduce space needed for filing. Robots in manufacturing = Expensive to purchase and set up initially

Automation in car factories = Job losses Word processors and databases in offices = Easier administration and reduction of space needed for filing. Robots in manufacturing = Non-stop work without holidays or breaks Spread of ICT tools globally = Job creation

<p>Word processors and spreadsheets = Produce graphs and charts. Databases = Share information with colleagues and clients. Robots in manufacturing = Work in dangerous conditions Spread of ICT tools globally = Transfer documents anywhere in the world (save time)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Word processors and spreadsheets = Print documents only when needed (save money). Databases = Identify issues: failing students, high expenses, poor workers. Robots in manufacturing = Robots may not notice errors Spread of ICT tools globally = Negative effect – job losses</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Spreadsheet = Used to perform calculations and store information such as salaries and work hours Database = Used to store personal information and streamline the creation of products Robot = A small chip that can carry out repetitive tasks Word Processor = Used to create and edit documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manufacturing = Automation and job losses for manufacturing workers Retail = Online shopping and job losses for cashiers and assistants Banking = ATMs and online banking leading to job losses for bank cashiers Office work = ICT leading to job losses for typists, filers, and accounting clerks</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Job losses in some occupations = Manufacturing workers, assembly line workers, retail cashiers, bank cashiers, typists, filers, accounting clerks Job creation = Not mentioned in the text Advantages of using ICT in manufacturing and offices = Streamlining product creation, automation, and efficient data management Disadvantages of using ICT in manufacturing and offices = Job losses for workers in manufacturing and office environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Modify and update documents without retyping. Make calculations for salary / bill payments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Store and search personal information of staff. Share information with colleagues and clients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Higher productivity. More consistent results. Work non-stop, don’t need holidays or breaks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Expensive to purchase and set up initially. Need to be reprogrammed for each new task. Robots may not notice errors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Automation in car factories. Robots performing tasks previously done by humans.</p> Signup and view all the answers