INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Definition Of Information Technology
Information Technology (IT), as defined as the use of computer hardware and software to store, retrieve and manipulate information.
Advantages Of Information Technology
Easier Communication -Communication has become cheaper, quicker, and more efficient through instant messaging, emails, voice, and video calls, using social networks ( Instagram, Twitter)
Creation Of New Jobs - New interesting job opportunities such as Computer programmers, System Analyzers, Hardware and Software developers and Web designers has been created.
Globalization Of Knowledge- We can use Internet to information about every subject ranging from government, education, health care, finance ( Goggle, Yahoo)
Improves data storage and file management - Improved the way we store and backup data. (cloud storage)
Disadvantages Of Information Technology
Health Risk - Computer use can lead to injuries or disorders of the hands, wrists, elbows, eyes, neck and back.
Impact On Environment- When computers and mobile devices are discarded in landfills or burned, they can release toxic materials and potentially dangerous levels of lead and mercury.
Unemployed- Tasks that were performed by human employees are now carried out by computer system.
Violation Of Privacy- Personal and confidential records were not protected properly, individuals have found their privacy violated and identities stolen.
FIELD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Education;Courseware
Web-based learning/ E-portal/Educational portal
Learning Management System (LMS)
Finance
Online Banking
Finance Investment System
Electronic Payment System ( EPS )
Goverment
e-Filing
e-Penyata Gaji & Laporan
Telemedicine |
Health Care
Telemedicine
Telesurgery
Medline
Science
A cochlear implant
An electrodes implant
A neutral network
Publishing
Special software assisting graphic designers in developing pages that include text, graphics and photos
Special software assisting artists in composing and enhancing songs.
Special software assisting filmmakers in creating and editing film.
Online Reservation |
Travel
Navigation System by Global Positioning System ( GPS )
Online Reservation
Online Intelligence IS ( ITIS )
Manufacturing
Computer-aided manufacturing ( CAM )
Computer-aided design ( CAD )
A Bar Code System.
