INTRODUCTION TO ICT

What does ICT stand for?

• International Computer Technology

• Innovative Computing Techniques

• Integrated Communication Technology

• Information and Communication Technology

This technology comes from the innovations made from eeb 1.0 to web 2.0 web 1.0 is the first generation of the internet that tim Berners-Lee poineered in 1990 by writing fundamental technologies that became the foundation of the world wide web and the first webpage browser.

• web generation

• social used

• convergent technologies

• assistive technologies

this refers to where two or more independent technologies combine to from a new device.

• social use

• Assistive technology

• convergent technologies

What is the role of a CPU in a computer system?

• Generates electricity

• Executes instructions, performs calculations, and manages data flow within the computer system.

• Stores data permanently

• Manages network connections

Define the term 'network' in the context of ICT.

• A network is a synonym for a single computer

• A network is a type of computer virus

• A network refers to a physical connection of power cables

• A network in the context of ICT is a group of interconnected devices or nodes that can communicate with each other, share resources, and exchange data.

What is the importance of data backup in ICT?

• Data backup can be done once a year in ICT without any issues.

• Data backup is unnecessary in ICT as data loss is not a concern.

• Data backup is crucial in ICT to safeguard important information and prevent data loss.

• Data backup is only important for non-essential information in ICT.

Explain the concept of cloud computing.

• Cloud computing is a type of dessert

• Cloud computing is a new type of dance

• Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services over the Internet.

• Cloud computing is the delivery of postal services

What are the different types of software applications?

• Operating software

• System software, Application software, Programming software

• Hardware software

• Utility software

Discuss the impact of ICT on society.

• ICT has had no impact on society

• ICT has only negatively impacted society

• ICT has only impacted a small portion of society

• ICT has had a significant impact on society by improving communication, increasing access to information, enhancing productivity, and transforming various industries.