4. Write a short note on the information technology industry
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Information technology industry deals in the storage, processing and distribution of information. Today, it has become global. This is due to a series of technological, political, and socio-economic events. The major hubs of IT industry are the Silicon Valley, California, and Bangalore, India.
Explanation:
Definition:
We can simply define Information Technology as “any technology through which we get information is called information technology”.
IT typically refers to equipment such as computers, data storage devices, networks and also communication devices.
Information Technology means the use of hardware, software, services and supporting infrastructure to manage and deliver information using voices, data and video
Information technology includes:
- All computers with a human interface.
- All computer peripherals which will not operate unless connected to a computer or network.
- All voice, video and data networks and the equipment, staff and purchased services necessary to operate them.
- All salary and benefits for staff whose job descriptions specifically include technology functions, i.e network services, applications development, systems administration.
- All technology services provided by vendors or contractors.
Examples Of Information Technology Are:
- Telephone and radio equipment and switches used for voice communications.
- Traditional computer applications that include data storage and programs to input, process and output the data.
- Software and support for office automation systems such as word processing and spreadsheets, as well as the computer to run them.
- User, PCs & software.
- Data networks and all associated communications equipment such as servers, bridges, routers, hubs & wiring.
Hopw it helps.