ETECH

• Components of ICT


  • Cloud Computing
  • Internet Access
  • Data
• Cloud Computing


  Enables users to access and use computing resources (such as storage, processing power, and software) over the internet, providing scalability and flexibility
• Cloud Computing


  • INTELLIGENT CLOUD - new cloud applications built with artificial intelligence or enhanced functionality in mind
  • Internet of Things (IoT) - defined as a collective network of connected devices and the technology that facilitates communication between devices and the cloud, as well as between the devices themselves
  • Remote Delivery of Computing Services (servers, storage, database, applications) over the internet
• Cloud Computing


  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform
• Internet Access


  A facility or service that provides connectivity for a computer, a computer network, or other device to the internet
• Types of Internet Access

  • Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity)
  • Fiber-optic internet
  • LTE (Long Term Evolution)
  • 5G Technology
• Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity)


  • A wireless networking technology that allows devices and other equipment to interface with the internet, operates in a specific radio frequency spectrum, typically 2.4GHz or 5GHz, and transmits data using radio waves
• Fiber-optic internet


  • Complex technology that allows the transmission of information in the form of light rather than electricity, uses optical fibers which are tiny - about 125 micrometers in diameter, and transmits information in “binary” form
• LTE (Long Term Evolution)


  • A cellular network technology that provides high-speed wireless internet access for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, designed as an upgrade to earlier 3G networks, offering significantly faster data speeds, lower latency, and improved network capacity
• 5G Technology


  • Latest generation of cellular network technology, promising even faster speeds, lower latency, and significantly improved network capacity compared to its predecessors, aims to revolutionize various aspects of our lives beyond just mobile internet access, enabling new applications and services
• Data


  Collection of individual raw facts or statistics, can come in the form of text, observations, figures, images, graphs, or symbols
• Data


  • Big Data - massive volume of structured and unstructured data that organizations and systems generate daily, comes from a wide range of sources, including sensors, social media, web interactions, transaction records, and more, capturing, storing, and processing massive data
• Data


  • Data Services - a service provider that enables data access on demand to users regardless of their geographic location, also called Data as a Service (DaaS), data services are similar to Software as a Service (SaaS)
• Business Intelligence


  Makes best use of the data to optimize corporate decision-making and reporting
• Data Services


  • A service provider that enables data access on demand to users regardless of their geographic location
  • Also called Data as a Service (DaaS), similar to Software as a Service (SaaS) where information is stored in the cloud
• Data Services


  • Medical Record
  • Financial Data
• Communication Technologies


  • Refers to all requirements and programs used to process and communicate information
  • Tools and methods used to transmit and receive information electronically
• Infrared connection


  Computers equipped with an IR sensor could transfer files and other digital data over short-range wireless signals
• Bluetooth technology


  Short-range wireless communications technology to replace cables connecting electronic devices, allowing phone conversations via a headset, wireless mouse, and synchronization of information from a mobile phone to a PC
• Businesses and organizations embrace digital transformation by integrating ICT to optimize operations, improve customer experiences, and drive innovation
• Types of Transactions


  • Mobile Wallets/ e-wallets
  • Online Appointments/Reservation
  • Blockchain Technology
• Types of Transactions


  • Online Shopping
  • Mobile Banking
• Hardware


  • Physical parts that make up a computer such as a keyboard and monitor
  • Includes personal computers, servers, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other computing devices
• Software


  • A program that tells hardware what to do and how to do it, including computer programs and apps on your phone
  • Examples include Operating System and Productivity Software
• Software


  • Operating System - manages the computer's hardware and provides a platform for running other programs (e.g. Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Productivity Software - tools for document creation, spreadsheets, presentation, and communication (e.g. Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)
• Web 1.0 (1991-1995) was characterized by static HTML pages and limited user interaction
• Web 2.0 (2005-present) is characterized by user-generated content, social media, and dynamic applications
• Web 3.0 (emerging) is more immersive and decentralized, fueled by blockchain technology and semantic web concepts
• Convergent Technology


  Refers to where two or more independent technologies combine to form a new device or digital technology
• Convergent Technology


  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Cloud Computing
• Convergent Technology


  • Smartphones becoming mini-computers
  • Smart TVs blurring the line between television and computing
  • Wearable technology
• Areas of application


  • Homes
  • Cities
  • Industries
• Cloud Computing


  • On-demand access to computing resources like servers, storage, and applications remotely, delivered over the internet
• Convergence of Devices and Services

  • Smartphones becoming mini-computers, smart TVs blurring the line between television and computing, wearables merging fitness tracking with health monitoring
• Social Use: Bridging the Gap and Empowering Communities
• Social Use


  1. Connects to people around the world instantly through the internet

  2. Online services and tools aim to provide faster and more interactive communication online

  3. E-governance and Citizen Participation - online platforms for government services, public consultation, and civic engagement, promoting transparency and inclusivity

  4. Education and Skills Development - online learning platforms, MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses), and digital resources democratizing access to quality education and upskilling opportunities

  5. Healthcare and Wellbeing - telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and AI-powered diagnostics improving healthcare access and delivery, especially in underserved areas
• Assistive Technology


  1. Technology used by individuals with disabilities to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible

  2. Accessibility tools - screen readers, voice recognition software, and specialized hardware enabling people with disabilities to access and interact with technology

  3. Assistive Robotics - robots and wearable technologies providing support for mobility, daily tasks, and communication, enhancing independence and quality of life for people with disabilities

  4. Digital Inclusion Initiatives - Programs and policies ensuring equitable access to technology and the internet for marginalized communities, bridging the digital divide
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)


  • Refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think like humans and mimic their actions
  • The term may also be applied to any machine that exhibits traits associated with a human mind and abilities that are achieved through procedures and methods within AI, such as Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, etc.
  • The ideal characteristic of artificial intelligence is its ability to rationalize and take actions that have the best chance of achieving a specific goal
• Robotics


  • The intersection of science, engineering and technology that produces machines, called robots, that substitute for (or replicate) human actions
  • Field of computer science and engineering with creating devices that can move and react to sensory input
  • Involves combining the principles of AI with the mechanics of robots to create intelligent machines that can interact with the world, perform tasks, and make decisions based on the data they gather
  • Hyper-automation - a branch of robotics about automating business processes as fast as possible to make them more precise, more efficient and up to 10 times faster by combining technologies like RPA (RObotic Process Automation), (AI) and Machine Learning
• Biometrics


  • Systematized biological measurements or physical characteristics that can be used to identify individuals
  • For example, fingerprint mapping, facial recognition, and retina scans are all forms of biometric technology, but these are just the most recognized options