Technology can be most broadly defined as the entities, both material and immaterial, created by the application of mental and physical effort in order to achieve some value. In this usage, technology refers to tools and machines that may be used to solve real-world problems.

1. 6 TYPES OF
TECHNOLOGY
E M P O W E R M E N T T E C H N O LO G Y
L Y A N N E J A M E D . P A D I L L A

2. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
THIS IS A SET OF HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE TOOLS USED TO
STORE INFORMATION. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TOOLS HELP IN
PROVIDING THE RIGHT PEOPLE WITH THE RIGHT INFORMATION AT THE
RIGHT TIME. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IS USED TO COMPLETE
VARIOUS TASKS RANGING FROM TRANSFERRING INFORMATION TO
IMPROVING CUSTOMER SERVICE. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MANAGE
INFORMATION SYSTEMS TO ENSURE ACCURACY AND EFFICIENCY. IT
WOULD BE NOTEWORTHY TO STATE THAT FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
SUCH AS BANKS USE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TO OPERATE THEIR
ENTIRE BUSINESSES AS WELL AS THEIR CUSTOMERS.

3. EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
The use of both physical hardware, software, and
educational theoretic to facilitate learning and improving
performance by creating, using, and managing appropriate
technological processes and resources.
Educational technology is the process of integrating
technology into education in a positive manner that promotes
a more diverse learning environment and a way for students to
learn how to use technology as well as their common
assignments.

4. MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
Medical technology can be defined as the application of
science to develop solutions to health problems or issues such
as the prevention or delay of onset of diseases or the
promotion and monitoring of good health.
Medical technology changes in terms of new drugs and
diagnostic techniques, new procedures, or new knowledge-
induced changes in diagnostic or treatment practice can alter
hospital cost functions by changing the factor input mix,
effectiveness of treatment and side effects, while creating
increased demand for the new products.

5. COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Communications technology, also known as information
technology, refers to all equipment and programs that are used
to process and communicate information. Professionals in the
communication technology field specialize in the development,
installation, and service of these hardware and software
systems. Individuals who enter this field develop an
understanding in the conceptions, production, evaluation, and
distribution of communication technology devices.

6. BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
Business Technology as a concept describes all technology
that helps an organisation run its business and operational
processes. That technology can be customer-facing applications
and solutions, business-critical production and logistics solutions,
or back office financial systems, among others. Whatever its use, all
this technology should be managed professionally.

7. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
AT is any device, software, or equipment that helps
people work around challenges so they can learn,
communicate, and function better. A wheelchair is an example
of AT. So is software that reads aloud text from a computer. Or
a keyboard for someone struggling with handwriting.
These tools can help people work around their
challenges, while also playing to their strengths. This is
especially important for kids who struggle with learning
whether in reading, writing, math, or another subject. AT can
help these kids thrive in school and in life. And that can help
grow their confidence and independence.

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