ICT7-Q1

• What are the main objectives of studying trends and issues in ICT?

  To identify trends contributing to ICT developments, issues hampering progress, and reflect on their significance.
• Why is it important to be familiar with current trends in the ICT industry?

  It helps individuals understand potential improvements and developments in the industry.
• What is the current state of the information technology industry?

  The industry is experiencing unprecedented growth.
• Why is ICT considered a vital component in organizations today?

  Because of the vast range of uses it provides.
• What are some current trends in ICT?

  • Convergence
  • Social media
  • Mobile technologies
  • Assistive media
• What does the concept of convergence in ICT entail?

  It allows for the completion of multiple tasks on a single device, conserving space and power.
• Give an example of convergence in technology.

  A cell phone that allows communication, internet access, and file management.
• What is social media in the context of ICT?

  It is a method of communication where users create, distribute, and exchange ideas through virtual communities.
• Name some popular social media platforms mentioned in the study material.

  Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube.
• How has mobile technology evolved from its traditional uses?

  It has advanced to multifunctional devices for navigation, browsing, gaming, messaging, and video conferencing.
• What impact does mobile technology have on productivity?

  It leads to a significant boost in general productivity.
• What is the purpose of assistive technology?

  To help persons with disabilities perform tasks that would otherwise be challenging or impossible.
• What are some issues that may hamper progress in the ICT industry?

  1. Cybercrimes (e.g., pornography, electronic fraud)
  2. Addiction to ICT
  3. Health and safety issues (e.g., muscular-skeletal disorders, eyestrain)
  4. Erosion of social skills due to overreliance on digital communication
• What are some examples of cybercrimes mentioned in the study material?

  Pornography, electronic fraud, cyber stalking, and terrorism.
• How can the misuse of ICT lead to addiction?

  It can result in internet and other types of computer addiction.
• What health issues are associated with computer use?

  Muscular-skeletal disorders and eyestrain.
• How does overreliance on digital communication affect social skills?

  It leads to the erosion of social and interpersonal skills.
• What is the definition of entrepreneurship?

  Starting and running a business by taking risks to make a profit.
• Who is Gian Scottie Javelona?

  A Filipino entrepreneur known for founding OrangeApps Inc.
• What does OrangeApps Inc. provide to schools?

  Integrated information systems, learning management systems, and data analytics tools.
• Who is Kevin Atienza?

  A renowned Filipino competitive programmer and mentor.
• What role does Kevin Atienza play in the National Olympiad in Informatics – Philippines?

  He trains high school students for the competition.
• What company did Dennis Anthony Uy found?

  Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.
• How did Dennis Anthony Uy start his entrepreneurial journey?

  By selling Betamax and VHS tapes.
• What was Dennis Anthony Uy's contribution to the broadband industry?

  He established ComClark Network and Technology Corp., which became Converge ICT.
• Who co-founded Microsoft?

  Bill Gates and Paul Allen.
• What was Bill Gates' role in the software industry?

  He co-founded Microsoft, which became a dominant force in the software industry.
• Who served as the CEO of Lazada Philippines from 2018 to 2022?

  Ray Alimurung.
• What insights did Ray Alimurung provide in the retail sector?

  Insights on digital trends, mobile internet access, and digital payments.
• What is Steve Jobs best known for?

  Co-founding Apple Inc.
• What does ICT stand for?


  Information and Communication Technology
• How did Steve Jobs impact various industries?

  He revolutionized personal computing, music, and mobile phones.
• What does ICT encompass?

  It covers all technical means used to handle information and aid communication, including computer and network hardware and software.
• What is the definition of a sector?

  An area or portion that is distinct from others; a specific area or part of an area.
• What is software?

  A collection of instructions that can be run on a computer.
• Who creates instructions for computers?

  Computer programmers create instructions that computers will follow.
• What do procedural programming languages do?

  They employ a series of commands to tell the machine how to solve problems.
• What are some career opportunities in computer programming?

  • Programmer
  • Web developer
  • Game developer
• What are the main tasks of a computer programmer?

  Writing and testing code, updating existing programs, identifying and correcting coding errors, and securing programs against cyber security threats.
• Who are two notable computer programmers mentioned?

  Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates