Module 1.5 ICT in perspective

Question 1

Types of computers

Answer 1

General purpose computer and dedicated devices

Question 2

General purpose computers

Answer 2

Have an operating system that allows you to run different application to a accomplishdifferent and task

Question 3

Examples of general purpose computers

Answer 3

Laptops, notebooks, tablets, smartphones, desktop computers

Question 4

Dedicated devices

Answer 4

Dedicated devices are designed to do just one thing 

Question 5

Examples of dedicated devices

Answer 5

ATM machines, microwaves, washing machines

Question 6

What is ICT

Answer 6

I — information
C— communication
T— technology

-The information is processed data
-The communication is transferring information from one place to another
-Technology refers to its system technologies, communication technologies, Internet technologies

Question 7

ICT system

Answer 7

An ICT (Information and Communication Technology) system is a setup that uses computers and communication tools to manage and share information.

Question 8

How ICT system works

Answer 8

-you collect data, which is stored, communicated or processed immediately
-Data can be sent for processing as it is collected, or it is retrieved from storage or communication
-The information created by processing is displayed, sent to storage, or communicated further

Question 9

Examples of ICT systems

Answer 9

Computer systems, cell phone systems and a POS system

Question 10

A POS system

Answer 10

This is a point of sales system uses barcodes and scanning, more accurate and faster usually connected to a computer data 

Question 11

Advantages of POS system

Answer 11

1. Efficiency: Speeds up the checkout process and reduces waiting times.
2. Accuracy: Minimizes human errors in transactions and inventory management.
3. Inventory Management: Tracks stock levels in real-time, aiding in restocking and reducing overstock.
4. Reporting: Generates detailed sales reports and analytics, helping in business decision-making.
5. Customer Management: Stores customer information for loyalty programs and targeted marketing.

Question 12

UnEthical use of computers

Answer 12

-identity theft
-theft of data
-theft Of computer time
-piracy

Question 13

Piracy

Answer 13

The legal copying and distribution of software and CDs/DVDs

Question 14

Economic reasons for use of ICT

Answer 14

-More accurate and reliable than people
-Faster than people
-Cheaper than people in the long term
-Reduces need for resources such as paper