(ICT)
(ICT)
Communication
Technology
ICT, or Information Communication Technology, is the fusion
of technology and communication tools that enable the
acquisition, storage, processing, and sharing of information.
It's the backbone of the digital age, revolutionizing how we
connect, work, and access knowledge.
Slide 1:
Introduction Definition: is a broad term that encompasses technologies,
devices, and systems used to acquire, store, process,
transmit, and manage information and data. It includes both
hardware (such as computers and mobile devices) and
software (applications and programs), as well as networks
and telecommunications infrastructure. ICT is a fundamental
driver of the digital age, shaping the way individuals,
businesses, and societies interact, communicate, and
access information.
• The evolution of Information Communication Technology (ICT) has been a
remarkable journey, transforming the way we live and work. Here's a concise
overview of its key milestones:
• Pre-20th Century: The earliest forms of ICT included the telegraph and telephone,
Slide which revolutionized long-distance communication.
• 1940s-1950s: The invention of the first computers marked a significant milestone.
2: Evolution ENIAC, a massive electronic computer, was one of the first general-purpose
computers.
• 1960s-1970s: The development of microprocessors and integrated circuits led to
the emergence of personal computers (PCs) and the foundation of the internet.
• 1980s-1990s: The widespread adoption of PCs and the birth of the World Wide
Web (WWW) by Tim Berners-Lee in 1991 brought the internet to the masses. This
period also witnessed the development of email and the rise of graphical user
interfaces.
• 2000s: The 21st century brought significant advancements, including the
proliferation of broadband internet, the growth of e-commerce, and the emergence
of smartphones.
• 2010s: Cloud computing, mobile apps, social media, and the Internet of Things (IoT)
became integral to daily life and business operations.
• Present Day: The rapid evolution of ICT continues with developments in artificial
intelligence, 5G technology, quantum computing, and data analytics, shaping the
future of technology and communication.
Slide 3: Key Components of
ICT
• 1. **Hardware:** This includes computers, servers, mobile devices, routers, switches,
and physical infrastructure like cables and storage devices. 2. **Software:**
Applications, operating systems, and programs that enable various functions, from
word processing to data analysis. 3. **Networking:** The infrastructure that facilitates
data transfer and communication, including local area networks (LANs), wide area
networks (WANs), and the internet. 4. **Telecommunications:** Communication
technologies, including telephones, mobile networks, and satellite systems, that
enable voice and data transmission. These components work together to support the
acquisition, storage, processing, and transmission of information and data in the
world of ICT.
Slide 4: ICT in Daily Life