4. ICT:
It is an umbrella term that includes any communication device or application,
encompassing: radio, television, cellular phones, computer and network hardware
and software, satellite systems and so on, as well as the various services and
applications associated with them, such as videoconferencing and distance learning.
The term ICT is also used to refer to the convergence of audio-visual
and telephone networks with computer networks through a single cabling or link
system.
5. ICT has no universal definition, as "the concepts, methods and
applications involved in ICT are constantly evolving on an almost
daily basis."
7. 1) EDUCATION :
ICT’s images can easily be used in teaching and improving the retentive memory of
students.
ICT’s teachers can easily explain complex instructions and ensure students
comprehension.
ICT for education is an invaluable source of information for teachers.
8. 2) BUSINESS :
Helps to communicate with customers, partners and each other.
Helps in the preparation and transmission of documents and
files.
To improve organization’s overall performance.
9. 3) HEALTH SECTOR:
Increased patient responsibility for their own health.
Increased awareness on Health among medical
professionals and citizens.
Improving the mobility of citizens with chronic
diseases.
10. 4) ON-LINE SHOPPING :
Convenience - shop from any computer with an Internet connection any time
though avoiding the need to travel, pay for parking, queue in-store etc.
Accessibility - those with a disability that limits their mobility can choose to
have goods delivered.
Comparability - using the Internet it's easy to research products or services
very thoroughly, comparing prices and product details in order to get the best
deal.
12. 1.SOFTWARE PIRACY
It is the process of copying and using software without permission
of owner.
It is unauthorized copying of software.
Internet is the source of piracy where illegal copying of the
program is done.
13. 2.SPREADING COMPUTER
VIRUS
It is parasitic program that infects, destructs,
corrupts another program or data.
It may spreads through emails, Internet & computer to
computer.
It destroys and terminates all necessary data and files.
Example: Trojan horse, worms, bombs, joke program etc…
14. 3) HACKING :
It attacks the information systems and destroy the
files and programs.
Used by criminals to steal information and passwords.
It destroys other resources like computer hardware,
software, data intentionally.
15. 4. THEFT
Computers are used to steal the data of
companies , government agencies for special
purpose.
Hackers steal the secure data by invading
computer password.
16. CONCLUSION:
Above points and figures helps us to know the
meaning of ICT (Information Communication
Technology) and as well the various positive and
negative impacts of it in the present context.
