Friday 18 May 2012

Summary


IT has gone on to become one of the most important things in our day-to-day lives.
It can be used for good as well as not so good.
It can solve many problems.
The future for IT looks bright.

The Future of IT


A future where everything is IT dominated.
Cars driven by computers…Cruise Control
Planning to develop advanced machinery which will be more effective for trading.
New types of jobs to keep up with demand.
Life dominated by IT 

How can IT change the world?


Can be developed into further products that improve our quality of life.
Less Economically developed countries have used solar powered computers for education and the third world countries can improve the lives of the newest generation.
Technology is also playing it’s part in slowing global warming.

Negatives of IT


In the present day, criminals exploit the internet to promote their doings, such as illegal trading, trafficking, data sharing, Trojan horses, phishing etc.
Information has been misused by most people…
Plagiarism is a common problem nowadays and if used without the copyright licence, it’s a criminal offence.
Over- Reliance on IT.

Positive Impact of IT


Worldwide communication with others using things such as MSN or Skype makes it easier to contact others. And its free.
Education is made easier for children by using IT. Instead of working from the textbooks, learning as become more interactive.
Day to day activities, such as shopping and banking, can be carried out by the use of the internet.

How has IT changed the world?


New jobs have been created and companies have been modernised.
We can access lots of information from the use of IT, plus we can store a lot of information on our computers instead of remembering.
Places in the world where many would not think of going, are connected to the world.