Transcript ICT systems and their components

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What is ICT?
• ICT is the use of technology for the
– Input
– Processing
– Storage and Transfer of Data
– Output of information
What is an ICT system?
Components of ICT systems
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People
Data
Procedures
Software
Hardware
Information
Question 1
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Schools and colleges need to input and
process attendance data on a daily basis
a) Describe what output info is produce from
this data
b) Draw an IPO diagram to show the system
Question 2
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Write down the input, process and output
for each of the following:
a) Finding contact details in a PDA
b) Buying a book from a website
Question 3
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A bank create a monthly statement for
each of its customers’ accounts, which is
an output from the system
a) List the data that must be input to the
system to produce the statements
b) Describe the processing involved in
producing the output.
Question 4
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Many travel agents feel that the use of eticketing has benefits for them.
a) Discuss whether you think there are benefits
to the customer generated by the use of eticketing
b) Discuss any limitations you think there might
be for the travel agents or the customer.
Question 5
• What ICT systems do you use on a regular
basis? Discuss and make notes on the
various different systems that you and
your immediate group come into contact
with.
Question 6
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Think about the following
a) What are the components that make up a
particular ICT system?
b) What similarities can you see as being part
of those systems?
c) Are there any obvious differences between
systems?
d) Do you work at evenings or weekends in an
organisation that has an ICT system in
place? If so, what components make it up?