Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Overview

Flashcards created based on the concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), including definitions and examples.

ICT refers to __ that are used to support the processing, storing, securing, and transmitting of information.

technologies

According to the UNDP, ICT includes a varied set of goods, applications, and services used to __ information.

produce, store, process, distribute, and exchange

The first component of ICT is __, which includes individuals like computer programmers and graphic designers.

People

The __ is a technical term used to describe the physical parts of a computer system.

hardware

__ is a generic term for computer programs and applications installed in hardware.

Software

Examples of software include word processing apps, __, and antivirus software.

spreadsheets

Raw facts or figures that can be processed by an ICT system are known as __.

data

The result of processed, organized, and structured data is called __.

information

ICT devices at home are commonly used for __ and communication.

various purposes

In education, ICT helps by __ and providing access to resources.

enhancing learning

ICT assists people in doing their jobs by improving __ and efficiency.

productivity

Governments use ICT devices to assist in __ operations.

government

Purchasing products online provides advantages such as __ and convenience.

ease

For entertainment, common ICT devices include __ and streaming services.

smartphones