1. o done by:
André Rocha no 2 11th P
Maria Inês Teixeira no 8 11th P

2. What is IcT?
o It is an acronym for information and communications technology (ICT);
o It is a more specific term that means integrated communications.
ICT is inevitably related to the computer network

3. Effects of advances in ICTon bussinesses
Positive effects Negative effects
• It´s easier to share information
• Computers can do repetitive jobs
• Employees can become more productive
• Employees can work from home
• Businesses don’t need so many employees
• Employees will have to be trained to use the
equipment
• ICT equipment is expensive and needs
updating often
• Information may be less secure
• People may lose their jobs
• The business can be more competitive

4.  Here are some examples of the equipment and techniques that
businesses use to communicate in the world of work…
Computer
The internet (e-mail, skype,…)
Cell phone
Printer
Fax machine
Video projector

5. Computer
The computer can be used at work for:
 Writing documents;
 Saving files;
 Making projects and catalogues;
 Organising a meeting;
 Making a invoice

6. Internet
The Internet can be used at work for:
 Sending e-mails;
 Video conferencing;
 Chatting
 Ordering goods
 Agending meetings
 Making pay rolls

7. Cell Phone
 Taking or making a call
 Text messaging
 To monitor your workers
 To connect via the internet
The cell phone can be used at work for:

8. Printer
The printer can be used at work for:
 Printing documents;
 Copy

9. Fax mahine
The fax machine can be used at work to:
 Receive faxes;
 Send faxes;

10. Video projector
The video projector can be used at work for:
 Projecting documents;
 Making presentations in a meeting

11. nanotechnology
 It is the manipulation of matter on an atomic and molecular scale;
 The basic principle of nanotechnology is to build structures and new materials
from atoms.

12. Nanotechnology in the world of work
 Nanotechnology is applied in processors, video cards, and video games;
 Plenty of mobile phones and computers claim to use nanotech;

13.  The most common nanotech exists in portable keyboards that are coated
with nanosilver to prevent contamination of bacteria;

14. TV and computer monitors are reinforced with carbon nanotubes which prolong
battery life

15. At home, nanoceramics can help reduce the friction on surfaces and have been used
in things such as frying pans and non-stick irons.

16. tecnology in the world of work