UNIT 1: Introduction to Information and Communications Technology

Question 1

______, or ______, is the infrastructure and components that enable modern computing.

Answer 1

ICT, information and communications technology (or technologies)

Question 2

Although there is no single, universal definition of ______, the term is generally accepted to mean all devices, networking components, applications and systems that combined allow people and organizations (i.e., businesses, nonprofit agencies, governments and criminal enterprises) to interact in the digital world

Answer 2

ICT

Question 3

Pros of Living a Digital Life:

Answer 3

• Access to Information
• Improved access to education
• New tools, new opportunities
• Communication
• Security
• Creation of new more interesting jobs.

Question 4

Cons of Living a Digital Life:

Answer 4

• Job Loss
• Reduced Personal Interaction
• Reduced Physical Activity
• Cost
• Competition

Question 5

ICT extends the scope of ______ to include telecommunication technologies.

Answer 5

IT

Question 6

______ refers to all the technology used to handle telecommunications, broadcast media, intelligent building management systems, audio-visual processing and transmission systems, and network-based control and monitoring functions.

Answer 6

ICT

Question 7

Key Components of ICT:

Answer 7

• Telecommunications
• Broadcast Media
• Internet
• Digital Communication Tools
• Networking Infrastructure

Question 8

Key Components of ICT:

• ______: Telephone, mobile networks, and satellite communications.

Answer 8

Telecommunications

Question 9

Key Components of ICT:

• ______: Television and radio broadcasts.

Answer 9

Broadcast Media

Question 10

Key Components of ICT:

• ______: Online communication and data exchange platforms.

Answer 10

Internet

Question 11

Key Components of ICT:

• ______: Email, instant messaging, and social media.

Answer 11

Digital Communication Tools

Question 12

Key Components of ICT:

• ______: The hardware and software that enables connectivity and data exchange.

Answer 12

Networking Infrastructure

Question 13

______ or ______ encompasses the use of computers, storage, networking, and other physical devices, infrastructure, and processes to create, process, store, secure, and exchange all forms of electronic data.

Answer 13

IT, Information Technology

Question 14

______ typically involves the use of hardware and software to manage and process information.

Answer 14

IT

Question 15

Key Components of IT:

Answer 15

• Hardware
• Software
• Data Management
• Networking
• Security

Question 16

Key Components of IT:

• ______: Physical devices such as computers, servers, and networking equipment.

Answer 16

Hardware

Question 17

Key Components of IT:

• ______: Applications and operating systems that run on hardware and enable various tasks.

Answer 17

Software

Question 18

Key Components of IT:

• ______: Processes and methodologies to store, manage, and analyze data.

Answer 18

Data Management

Question 19

Key Components of IT:

• ______: Connecting devices to share resources and information.

Answer 19

Networking

Question 20

Key Components of IT:

• ______: Protecting information and systems from cyber threats.

Answer 20

Security

Question 21

______ focuses on the integration of IT tools with communication technologies to enhance the sharing and dissemination of information.

Answer 21

ICT

Question 22

Examples: Using the internet and phones, broadcasting TV and radio, managing smart home devices.

Answer 22

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

Question 23

______ focuses on the tools and systems used to manage and process information.

Answer 23

IT

Question 24

Examples: Working with databases, developing software, managing computer networks.

Answer 24

Information Technology (IT)

Question 25

ICT or IT?

Scope: Includes IT plus communication tools like phones, internet, and broadcasting.

Answer 25

ICT

Question 26

ICT or IT?

Scope: Limited to computers and software.

Answer 26

IT

Question 27

ICT or IT?

Communication: Adds technologies for communication and broadcasting.

Answer 27

ICT

Question 28

ICT or IT?

Communication: Focuses on data management and software.

Answer 28

IT

Question 29

ICT or IT?

Usage: For communication, broadcasting, and smart technologies in addition to managing information.

Answer 29

ICT

Question 30

ICT or IT?

Usage: For managing information on computers.

Answer 30

IT