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Explain the meaning of information and communication technology (ICT)

      

Explain the meaning of information and communication technology (ICT).

  

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Moraa
A.) Information
o Information refers to the knowledge obtained from reading, investigation, study or research.
o The tools to transmit information are the telephone, television and radio.
o We need information to make decisions and to predict the future. For example, scientists can detect the formation of a tsunami using the latest technology and warn the public to avoid disasters in the affected areas.
o Information is knowledge and helps us to fulfill our daily tasks. For example, forecasting the stock exchange market.

B.) Communication
o Is an act of transmitting messages. It is a process whereby information is exchanged between individuals using symbols, signs or verbal interactions.
o Previously, people communicated through sign or symbols, performing drama and poetry. With the advent of technology, these older forms of communication are less utilized as compared to the use of the internet, e-mail or video conferencing.


C.) Technology
o Is the use of scientific knowledge, experience and resources to create processes and product that fulfill human needs.
o Aiding Communication - telephone and fax machines are the devices used in extending communication
Moraa orina answered the question on April 19, 2018 at 06:56

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