2.1 - Technology Flashcards
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Information and communications technology (ICT)
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Information and communications technology (ICT) is the computing and communications systems that a business might use to exchange information with stakeholders.
2
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Stakeholders
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Stakeholders are individuals and organisations that are affected by, and affect, the activities of a business.
3
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Intranets
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Intranets are communication networks which can only be accessed by an organisation's employees.
4
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Extranets
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Extranets are similar to intranets but can also be accessed by other organisations such as suppliers.
5
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Cloud computing
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Cloud computing is a general term for the delivery of specialist computing services, such as the storage of very large amounts of data, provided by businesses using the internet.
6
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Software robots
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Software robots are advanced computer programs that can operate a range of administrative activities previously carried out by employees.
7
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E-commerce
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E-commerce (or electronic commercel is the act of buying or selling a product using an electronic system such as the internet.
8
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M-commerce
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M-commerce (or mobile commerce) is the buying and selling of products through wireless handheld devices such as smartphones.
9
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Digital communication
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Digital communication
is the transmission of
information electronically
between computing
10
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Webchat
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Webchat is a simple means of communicating in real time (that is, instantly) using only web browsers such as Firefox or Internet Explorer.
11
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Apps (or applications)
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Apps (or applications) are pieces of software designed for a specific purpose and for use on smartphones and tablets
12
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Social media
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Social media are methods of online communication such as websites and applications. They share information and help to develop social and professional contacts.
13
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A shareholder
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A shareholder is a person or organisation that owns part of a company. Each shareholder owns a share' of the business.
