Topic 2.1 Technology. Flashcards
Define “information and communication technology (ICT)”
the computing and communications systems that a business might use to exchange information with stakeholders.
Define “stakeholders”
Individuals and organisations that are affected by, and affect, the activities of a business.
Define “intranets”
Communication networks which can only be accessed by an organisations employees.
Define “extranets”
Similar to intranets but can also be acessed by other organisations such as suppliers.
Define “software robots”
Advances computer programs that can operate a range of administrative activites previously carried out by employees.
Define “cloud computing”
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.
Define “E-commerce (electronic commerce)”
The act of buying or selling a product using an electronic system such as the internet.
Define “M-commerce (mobile commerce)”
The buying and selling of products through wireless handheld devices such as smartphones.
Define “digital communication”
The transmission of informtion electronically between computing devices.
Define “webchat”
Simple means of communicating in real time using only web browsers such as firefox or internet explorer.
Define “apps (applications)”
Pieces of software designed for a specific purpose and for use on smartphones and tablets.
Define “social media”
Methods of online communication such as websites and applications. They share information and help to develop social and professionak contacts.
Define “shareholder”
A person or organisation that owns part of a company. Each shareholdee owns a “share” of the business.
