STATIC AND DYNAMIC

INFORMATION and COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Overview of ICT

  • Definition: ICT refers to the use of various communication technologies.

    • Examples: Mobile phones, telephones, the internet, etc.

    • Functions:

      • Locate information

      • Save information

      • Send information

      • Edit information

Features of Web 2.0

  • Rich User Experience:

    • Content is dynamic.

    • Content responds to user input.

User Participation

  • Collaborative Content Creation:

    • Website owners are not the sole contributors.

    • Users can also add content.

Long Tail

  • On-Demand Services:

    • Services are available as needed.

    • Focus on niche markets rather than one-time purchases.

Software as a Service (SaaS)

  • Subscription Model:

    • Users subscribe to software only when necessary.

    • Reduces the need for upfront purchases.

Mass Participation

  • Diverse Information Sharing:

    • Universal web access allows for widespread participation.

    • Encourages sharing of varied information.

Static vs. Dynamic Websites

  • Static Website:

    • Content is stagnant and unchangeable.

    • No interaction with the database.

    • Faster performance.

    • Lower development cost.

    • Quicker to build.

    • Uses only client-side scripting language.

    • Same content delivered every time the page loads.

  • Dynamic Website:

    • Content can be changed and updated.

    • Interaction with the database is possible.

    • Slower performance compared to static sites.

    • Higher development cost.

    • Takes more time to build.

    • Requires both client-side and server-side scripting.

    • Content may vary with each page load.