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The document provides an overview of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), detailing its sectors, career prospects, emerging trends, and issues. It highlights the importance of occupational safety and health standards in ICT environments, along with key computer number systems and their conversions. Additionally, it covers essential skills in word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software.

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Computer Reviewer

The document provides an overview of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), detailing its sectors, career prospects, emerging trends, and issues. It highlights the importance of occupational safety and health standards in ICT environments, along with key computer number systems and their conversions. Additionally, it covers essential skills in word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software.

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Analyzing ICT Sectors and Career Prospects

 What is ICT?
o ICT stands for Information and Communications Technology. It encompasses all technologies that provide access to
information through telecommunications.
o Examples: Computers, smartphones, internet, software, etc.
 Sectors of ICT:

o Software Development:

 Creating computer programs and applications.


 Careers: Programmer, software engineer, web developer, app developer.

o Hardware:
 Building and maintaining physical computer components.
 Careers: Computer technician, network engineer, hardware designer.
o Networking and Telecommunications:

 Connecting computers and devices to share information.


 Careers: Network administrator, cybersecurity analyst, telecommunications specialist.

o Data Management:

 Storing, organizing, and analyzing data.


 Careers: Database administrator, data analyst.

o Multimedia and Web Design:

 Creating digital content like websites, videos, and graphics.


 Careers: Web designer, graphic designer, video editor.

 Evaluating Career Prospects:

o Consider your interests and skills.


o Research job market trends.
o Think about future demand for specific skills.
o Example: With the increase of online bussiness, web development and cybersecurity are careers with high
demand.

 Business Prospects:

o Developing mobile apps.


o Providing IT support services.
o Creating online educational content.
o E-commerce.

II. Emerging Trends and Issues in ICT

 Emerging Trends:

o Artificial Intelligence (AI): Machines that can learn and solve problems.
o Cloud Computing: Storing and accessing data and software over the internet.
o Internet of Things (IoT): Connecting everyday objects to the internet.
o Cybersecurity: Protecting digital information from attacks.
o Mobile Technology: Smartphones and tablets becoming more powerful.
o Online learning: the use of internet based tools for education.

 Issues in ICT:

o Digital Divide: Unequal access to technology.


o Cyberbullying: Online harassment.
o Privacy Concerns: How personal data is collected and used.
o Information Security: Protecting data from unauthorized access.
o Misinformation/Fake News: The rapid spread of false or misleading information.

III. Qualities of Successful Entrepreneurs in ICT

 Innovation: Creating new and unique solutions.


 Problem-Solving: Finding effective solutions to challenges.
 Adaptability: Being able to adjust to changing technologies.
 Risk-Taking: Being willing to take calculated risks.
 Communication: Effectively sharing ideas and collaborating.
 Persistence: Continuing to work hard despite setbacks.
 Technical Knowledge: understanding the technology they are working with.
 Business Acumen: understanding how to run a bussiness.

IV. Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards in ICT Environments

 Importance of OSH:

o Preventing injuries and illnesses.


o Creating a safe and healthy work environment.

 Key OSH Standards:

o Ergonomics: Proper posture and workstation setup to prevent strain.

 Proper monitor height.


 Correct keyboard and mouse placement.
 Regular breaks.

o Electrical Safety: Avoiding electrical hazards.

 Proper grounding.
 Avoiding overloaded outlets.

o Fire Safety: Preventing and responding to fires.


 Fire extinguishers.
 Emergency exits.
o Eye Safety: Reducing eye strain from computer screens.

 Proper lighting.
 Regular breaks.

o Proper disposal of E-waste: disposing of electronics in a safe and environmentally friendly way.

 General Safety Practices:

o Keeping workspaces clean and organized.


o Reporting any hazards.

V. Computer Number Systems

 Decimal System (Base 10):

o Uses digits 0-9.


o The system we use in everyday life.

 Binary System (Base 2):

o Uses digits 0 and 1.


o The system computers use.

 Octal System (Base 8):

o Uses digits 0-7.


o Used as a shorthand for binary.

 Hexadecimal System (Base 16):

o Uses digits 0-9 and letters A-F.


o Used for representing memory addresses and colors.

VI. Conversion of Computer Number Systems

 Decimal to Binary:

o Repeatedly divide the decimal number by 2 and record the remainders.


o Write the remainders in reverse order.

 Binary to Decimal:

o Multiply each binary digit by its corresponding power of 2.


o Add the results.

 Decimal to Octal:

o Repeatedly divide by 8 and record the remainders.

 Octal to Decimal:

o Multiply each octal digit by its corresponding power of 8 and add the results.

 Decimal to Hexadecimal:

o Repeatedly divide by 16 and record the remainders. if the remainder is over 9, use the letters A-F.

 Hexadecimal to Decimal:

o Multiply each digit by its corresponding power of 16 and add the results.

 Binary to Octal/Hexadecimal:

o Group binary digits and convert each group to its octal or hexadecimal equivalent.

VII. Word Processing (Microsoft Word or Similar)

 Creating Word Documents:


o Basic text editing and formatting (fonts, sizes, colors, alignment).
o Inserting images and shapes.
o Saving and opening documents.
 Page Breaks:

o Understanding the purpose of page breaks (controlling where a new page starts).
o Inserting page breaks (Insert > Page Break).

 Auto Tables of Contents:

o Using heading styles (Heading 1, Heading 2, etc.) to structure documents.


o Generating an automatic table of contents (References > Table of Contents).
o Understanding the benefits of a table of contents, for large documents.

 Mail Merge:

o Understanding the concept of mail merge (creating personalized documents).


o Creating a data source (e.g., a list of names and addresses).
o Merging data into a main document (Mailings tab).
o Understanding how this is useful for creating many personalized letters, or labels.

 References:

o Inserting footnotes and endnotes.


o Creating a bibliography.
o Understanding the importance of giving credit to the sources of information.

VIII. Presentation Software (Microsoft PowerPoint or Similar)

 Creating Presentations:

o Adding and formatting slides.


o Inserting text, images, and videos.
o Choosing slide layouts and themes.

 Master Slide:

o Understanding the purpose of the master slide (creating a consistent design).


o Editing the master slide (View > Slide Master).
o Understanding that changes to the master slide, will change every slide in the presentation.

 Motion Paths:

o Adding animations to objects.


o Using motion paths to control object movement (Animations tab).
 Hyperlinks:

o Creating links to other slides, websites, or files.


o Understanding how hyperlinks can make presentations interactive.

 Action Buttons:

o Adding buttons that perform specific actions (e.g., going to the next slide, returning to the previous slide).
o Making presentations more user-friendly.

IX. Spreadsheet Software (Microsoft Excel or Similar)

 Creating Spreadsheets:

o Entering and formatting data.


o Using formulas for basic calculations (sum, average, etc.).
o Creating charts and graphs.

 Conditional Formatting:

o Applying formatting based on specific conditions (e.g., highlighting cells with values above a certain number).
o Using conditional formatting to visualize data.

 Data Analysis:

o Sorting and filtering data.


o Using functions for data analysis (e.g., COUNT, MAX, MIN).
o Understanding how spreadsheets can be used to organize, and analyze data.

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