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What significant technological advancement was introduced alongside the development of the personal computer?
What significant technological advancement was introduced alongside the development of the personal computer?
- Graphical User Interface (GUI) (correct)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Microprocessors
- The Internet
Which advanced programming language emerged during the era of the first operating systems?
Which advanced programming language emerged during the era of the first operating systems?
- BASIC (correct)
- Python
- Java
- C++
In what year was the communication satellite introduced?
In what year was the communication satellite introduced?
- 1941
- 1925
- 1958
- 1963 (correct)
What form of writing was developed by the Sumerians around 3500 BC?
What form of writing was developed by the Sumerians around 3500 BC?
Which invention is attributed to Tsai Lun in 105 BC?
Which invention is attributed to Tsai Lun in 105 BC?
Which invention was introduced in 1958?
Which invention was introduced in 1958?
What major development occurred in 1454?
What major development occurred in 1454?
What significant development was made by the Phoenicians around 1500 BC?
What significant development was made by the Phoenicians around 1500 BC?
Which capability is NOT performed by AI-enabled devices?
Which capability is NOT performed by AI-enabled devices?
What does machine learning primarily rely on to learn and develop?
What does machine learning primarily rely on to learn and develop?
In what way do machine learning applications operate compared to traditional programming?
In what way do machine learning applications operate compared to traditional programming?
What is the main purpose of Robotic Process Automation (RPA)?
What is the main purpose of Robotic Process Automation (RPA)?
What is a core feature of machine learning applications?
What is a core feature of machine learning applications?
Which of the following describes the learning process in machine learning?
Which of the following describes the learning process in machine learning?
What type of tasks does Robotic Process Automation typically handle?
What type of tasks does Robotic Process Automation typically handle?
What allows machine learning applications to change and develop?
What allows machine learning applications to change and develop?
What is a primary distinction between traditional education and education with ICT?
What is a primary distinction between traditional education and education with ICT?
Which of the following statements about the banking system before ICT is accurate?
Which of the following statements about the banking system before ICT is accurate?
How did the introduction of ICT affect production in industries?
How did the introduction of ICT affect production in industries?
Which method was primarily used for trading before the development of currency?
Which method was primarily used for trading before the development of currency?
What advantage does e-commerce provide in the modern economic landscape?
What advantage does e-commerce provide in the modern economic landscape?
What was a common limitation of the banking system before ICT?
What was a common limitation of the banking system before ICT?
What role does traditional education primarily focus on compared to education with ICT?
What role does traditional education primarily focus on compared to education with ICT?
How did telecommunications industries change with the advent of ICT?
How did telecommunications industries change with the advent of ICT?
What does ICT stand for?
What does ICT stand for?
Which of the following is NOT a stage in the evolution of ICT?
Which of the following is NOT a stage in the evolution of ICT?
How does ICT primarily affect communication?
How does ICT primarily affect communication?
Which of the following is a current trend in emerging technologies?
Which of the following is a current trend in emerging technologies?
What is a negative impact of ICT mentioned?
What is a negative impact of ICT mentioned?
Which application of ICT is NOT mentioned in everyday life?
Which application of ICT is NOT mentioned in everyday life?
What does Cyber Security focus on primarily?
What does Cyber Security focus on primarily?
Which of the following technologies is a concept associated with ICT today?
Which of the following technologies is a concept associated with ICT today?
What is one of the primary advantages of edge computing?
What is one of the primary advantages of edge computing?
In which situation is edge computing most beneficial?
In which situation is edge computing most beneficial?
Which phenomenon does quantum computing leverage?
Which phenomenon does quantum computing leverage?
What is one application of quantum computing mentioned?
What is one application of quantum computing mentioned?
How does edge computing help with Internet of Things (IoT) devices?
How does edge computing help with Internet of Things (IoT) devices?
What role does quantum computing play in combating the spread of viruses?
What role does quantum computing play in combating the spread of viruses?
Which of the following tasks is NOT commonly associated with edge computing?
Which of the following tasks is NOT commonly associated with edge computing?
What is a potential future trend related to edge computing?
What is a potential future trend related to edge computing?
Study Notes
Timeline of Technology
- 3500 BC Sumerians developed cuneiform writing
- 1500 BC Phoenicians developed the alphabet
- 105 BC Tsai Lun of China invented paper
- 1454 First printing machine was created
- 1925 Television was made known to the public
- 1941 First computer was created
- 1958 The photocopier machine was introduced
- 1963 The communication satellite was introduced
ICT (Information, Communication, and Technology)
- The evolution of ICT goes through stages:
- Pre-mechanical
- Mechanical
- Electro-mechanical
- Electronic
Education
- Traditional Education Used chalk and talk, books, paper, and magazines
- ICT-enhanced Education Leverages computers and telecommunications, allowing for skills training and knowledge sharing
Banking System
- Traditional Banking Done manually, involved in-person transactions during business hours, and time-consuming loan approval processes
- ICT-enhanced Banking Transactions done using computers, allowing for 24/7 transactions anywhere, online services like phone banking and credit cards
Industry
- Traditional Industry Production is slow, manual, and labor intensive
- ICT-enhanced Industry Production is faster due to 24/7 operation and a focus on technology, leading to more profitable industries
Commerce
- Traditional Commerce Used barter systems and currency, involved large-scale exchanges of commodities including transportation
- E-Commerce Played an important role in economic activity, allowing for buying and selling goods online
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- AI-enabled devices can:
- Recognize speech
- Detect objects
- Solve problems and learn from data
- Plan future tests
- Machine Learning (ML) is a sub-area of AI, where computers learn from data without direct programming
- ML applications evolve and grow with exposure to new data
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
- RPA leverages AI and ML to automate high-volume, repetitive tasks.
- RPA can handle tasks like:
- Addressing queries
- Making calculations
- Maintaining records
- Making transactions
Edge Computing
- Edge computing solves latency issues by processing data closer to the source, bypassing centralized data centers
- Used for processing time-sensitive data in remote locations with limited connectivity
- Edge computing acts as miniature data centers
- Edge computing will grow with the use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices
Quantum Computing
- Leverages quantum phenomena like superposition and entanglement
- Used for tasks like:
- Preventing the spread of viruses
- Developing vaccines
- Managing credit risk in banking
- High-frequency trading
- Fraud detection
Cyber Security
- Defends devices and services from electronic attacks by actors like hackers
- Focuses on defending everything from computers and smartphones to networks and databases
- Professionals strive to identify the best defenses against attackers
### Emerging Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
- Edge Computing
- Quantum Computing
- Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
- Blockchain
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- 5G
- Cyber Security
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Explore the significant milestones in the history of technology, from the invention of writing to modern ICT advancements. This quiz also covers the transformation of education and banking systems influenced by information and communication technology.
