Information &

Communication
Technology
Information
Information refers to the knowledge obtained from
reading, study or research. The tools to transmit
information are the telephone, television, radio
etc. Information is knowledge and helps us to fulfill
our daily tasks.
Communication
Communication is an act of transmitting
messages. It is a process whereby information
is exchanged between individuals using
symbols or verbal interactions.
Communication is important in order to gain
knowledge.
Technology
Technology is the use of scientific knowledge,
experience and resources to create processes
products to fulfill human needs. Technology is vital
in communication.
Information and Communication
Technology
 refers with the use of different
communication technologies such as
mobile phones, telephone, Internet, etc.
to locate, save, send, and edit
information.
The usage of ICT in everyday life
EDUCATION
In education, teachers, students, researchers and school administrators benefits from the
usage of ICT.

BANKING
In the banking, costumers, businessman & bank administrators benefits from the usage of ICT.

INDUSTRY
Computers are used to facilitate production planning and control system to support chain
management and to help in product design in the industrial sector, workers, researchers, and
researcher benefits from the usage of ICT.

E- COMMERCE
E- commerce helps in boosting the economy. It makes buying and selling activities easier,
more efficient and faster. For this application, computers, Internet and shared software are
needed. In the e-commerce sector, customers, suppliers and employees benefits from the
usage of ICT.
Differences between computerized
and non- computerized systems.
Computerized Non- Computerized
more interesting & interactive Depends on teachers & textbook

All transactions are done by computers Banking was done manually

Computers and telecommunications industry Production was slow because everything was done
became very popular and profitable since depended on human labor.
production can be increased through an all day
operation.

E-commerce plays an important role in the Trading was made using the barter system and it
economic scene. It includes distribution, buying, was then later developed into currency.
selling and servicing products that are done
electronically
IMPACTS OF ICT ON SOCIETY
 faster communication speed
 social problems
 borderless communication
 paperless environment
 lower communication cost
 reliable mode of communication
 effective sharing of information
Assignment

Using a word processing software, create an

essay describing the roles of ICT in your daily
living.