1.

0 ICT AND SOCIETY

1.1 INTRODUCTION TO ICT

LEARNING OUTCOME
At the end of the lesson, students can be able : Define ICT. Describe the brief evolution of computers. List the usage of ICT in everyday life. State the differences between computerised and non-computerised systems. State the impact of ICT on society.

Definition of ICT

ICT stands for Information and Communication Technology It is used to describe all the technologies, hardware and software for collecting, storing, retrieving, manipulating and transmitting information The most common and important tool in ICT is the computer

What is a computer?

An electronic device that operates under the control of instructions stored in its memory, that accepts data, process the data, produce the output or result and store it for future use. It consists of input and output devices, storage and a processor.

How Does a Computer Look Like?

Evolusi Komputer

Evolusi Komputer boleh dibahagikan kepada 5 peringkat: Generasi Pertama(1939 1954) vacuum tube Generasi Kedua (1954 1959) transistor Generasi Ketiga (1959 1971) Integrated Circuit Generasi Keempat (1971 Present) microprocessor Generasi Kelima (Present Beyond)

ICT dalam kehidupan seharian

Kerja Kumpulan:

Bincangkan penggunaan ICT dalam kehidupan seharian. Bincangkan penggunaan ICT dalam bidang berikut: 1. Pendidikan (Education) 2. Perbankan (Banking) 3. Industri (Industry) 4. Perniagaan (Business)

Sistem Perkomputeran dan Bukan Sistem Perkomputeran.

Dalam kumpulan yang sama, bincangkan maksud bagi

Sistem Perkomputeran(Computerised systems)

Sistem

Bukan Perkomputeran (Noncomputerised systems)

Education

Teachers use computers to prepare their teaching materials, participate in online forums and aid them in their teaching Students use computers to browse the Internet for information, a source of reference and to complete their assignments School administrations use computers for administration purposes such as school records, students information and test results.

Banking

Customers use computers to make online transactions anytime, anywhere Bank administrators use computers to oversee the entire banking activities and to secure their records

Industry

Workers use computers to work their machines in production. In some cases, robots are used to do dangerous jobs. Researchers use computers to analyse and collect research data for future references. Administrators use computers to oversee the entire operation and to detect errors or problems that occur.

Business

Customers use computers to do online shopping, bidding and even pay their utility bills. Suppliers use computers to keep track of their transactions. Employees use computers and telecommunication technologies to communicate with their customers for any enquiries.

Computerised And NonComputerised Systems

Education

Computerised And NonComputerised Systems

Banking

Banking Before ICT

Banking was done manually by taking deposits directly Transactions can only be made during working hours Takes time to approve any loan applications

Banking With ICT

All transactions are done by computers Transaction can be done at anytime and place Online services, phone banking system, credit cards are available

Computerised And NonComputerised Systems

Industry

Industry Before ICT

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

Industry With ICT

Computerised And NonComputerised Systems

Commerce

Commerce Before ICT

Trading was made using the barter system and it was then later developed into currency. Advertisement was in the form of word of mouth, billboards and printed flyers. Trading globally was extremely slow, late and expensive. Traders had to find ways to market local products in the global market.

Commerce With ICT

E-commerce plays an important role in the economic scene. It includes distribution, buying, selling and servicing products that are done electronically.

Differences Between Computerised & Non-computerised Systems

Computerised
Uses computers Fast Error minimal More expensive

Non-computerised
Paper-based or manual Slow Human error possible Less expensive

Impacts of ICT on Society

Using the Internet, find information on the impacts of ICT on society.

Give

examples of good and bad impacts

Examples of answers

Vacuum Tube

Transistor

Before

After

Integrated Circuit

Before

After

Microprocessor

Impacts of ICT on Society

Family
Good: Distant family member can keep in touch with their love ones easily through the Internet Bad: Some family members might find that sitting in front of a computer is more interesting than spending time with their family

Education
Good: Provides ways of making learning experiences more interactive and fun Bad: Students might become too dependant on computers to do their assignments

Impacts of ICT on Society

Communication
Good: Getting in touch with others is faster now with emails and chats available on the Internet Bad: Some people might lose the interpersonal skills due to lack of human contact

Social
Good: Easier to meet new friends and learn more about foreign cultures and places Bad: With easy access to controversial contents such as pornography via the Internet, moral-related problems will arise

Your Opinion
Can

you think of how ICT can affect a company or a business?