Use of IT in Everyday Life

The Use of IT in Everyday Life

Section Overview

Welcome to this section on The Use of IT in Everyday Life . After studying this section you will be able to understand the use of computers and communication technology in our everyday life.

Computers at Work

Outcomes

In this tutorial we will: Able to Identify some situations where a computer might be more appropriate than a person for carrying out a task and where not

Computer Application in Different Sectors

Outcomes

In this tutorial we will: Know some of the uses of large scale computer applications in corporate, public, health and education

Teleworking Applications

Outcomes

In this tutorial we will: Understand the term teleworking. List some of the advantages of teleworking such as: reduced or no commuting time, greater ability to focus on one task, flexible schedules, reduced company space requirements. List some disadvantages of teleworking such as: lack of human contact, less emphasis on teamwork

Electronic World

Outcomes

In this tutorial we will: Understand the term electronic mail (e-mail) and know its main uses.