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   Blood Pressure Measuring Machine: Worn as a wristband, this device measures
                 blood  pressure  both  at  rest and  during  physical  activity,  providing  valuable
                 information for cardiovascular health monitoring.

                                            IT at Workplace

                                            Information Technology (IT) has significantly boosted workplace efficiency and
                                            organisation across various sectors. Key IT applications include virtual offices
                                            for reduced costs and flexibility, seamless networking for smooth information
                                            flow, and data management for better decision-making. Automation of tasks,
              digital communication and remote collaboration have become standard, especially during the COVID-19
              pandemic. Moreover, automation in industries enhances precision and efficiency, while the Internet and office
              applications are fundamental to modern business operations.

              IT in Science and Engineering

              Manufacturing units used to rely heavily on manpower and mechanical tools,
              with structural designs created manually on large papers. Today, computers
              have revolutionised this process, allowing for faster and more efficient designing
              and manufacturing.  Engineers  and manufacturers  now use Computer Aided
              Manufacturing  (CAM)  for  automated  processes  and  machinery,  resulting  in
              higher production volumes in less time. Additionally, Computer Aided Designing (CAD) and Computer Aided
              Engineering (CAE) enable the efficient design of heavy engineering products such as vehicles and aircraft.
                                               IT in Research

                                               In the  past, research  was  limited  due  to  the  lack  of  IT tools.  Today,
                                               researchers and scientists utilise supercomputers and mainframe
                                               computers to rapidly compile and analyse vast amounts of data, leading
                                               to  significant  innovations.  Computers  enable  simulations  that  provide
              desired outputs and facilitate numerous advancements, such as satellite launching and communication,
              where programmed computers design, develop and launch satellites to transmit geographical data. In
              robotics, computer science drives the development of artificial intelligence for designing and operating
              robots that replicate human actions.

              IT in Business
              In the past, business operations were slower and costlier with tasks such
              as accounting, sales records, and communications handled manually on
              paper or with typewriters. Advertising relied on traditional media like wall
              paintings, radio, newspapers and TV. Today, IT tools have revolutionised
              these processes. Accounting software streamlines financial tasks, while
              business communications utilise emails, Skype and video conferencing,
              saving  time  and  travel  costs.  ERP  systems  integrate  data  across  all
              departments and HR Information Systems (HRIS) handle employee records and payroll efficiently. Advertising
              and sales promotions are now conducted online through popular websites, enhancing reach and effectiveness.







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