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ICT in Daily Life

ICT also makes our everyday life easier and more comfortable. Here is how we use ICT devices in our
daily life:

At Home

We use smartphones, laptops, and smart TVs for communication, study, entertainment, and online
shopping. Parents pay bills and do online banking using mobile phones.

In Education

Students attend online classes, use educational apps, and search for information on the Internet.
Teachers use smartboards and presentations to make lessons interesting.

In Health Care

Hospitals use computers to store patient records and machines to check health (like X-ray, ECG). Doctors
give online consultations using video calls.

In Transport

We use GPS and maps on mobile phones to find directions. Booking train, bus, or flight tickets can be
done online.

For Entertainment

ICT devices allow us to watch movies, listen to music, play games, and use social media.

Timeline

Information and Communication Technology refers to the convergence of tools of Information and
Communication.

ICT tools are devices used in information and communication technology. The list of ICT tools is
exhaustive and it continues to grow.

ICT deals with digital data and the way to create, store, retrieve and transmit data. The resources of
ICT are being applied in all sectors of human activity, leading to a life of more facilities.
ICT helps to organise video conferences that telecast lectures and discussions about problems and
provide instant solutions, clarify doubts, etc.
ICT (Information and Communication Technology) devices play a crucial role in communication,
helping people connect with one another more easily.

ICT devices are also used in measurement applications to collect, monitor, and analyse data in
various fields.

Manufacturing is the process of making things in factories using machines and people.
ICT devices are used to share information, do work faster, and make communication easier.

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