Latest Developments in the Field of IT

  Let’s learn about the latest developments in the field of IT today.

IT refers to Information Technology; the use of computers to store, retrieves, transmits and manipulates data. Computers are not only considered as the processing device but it is a lot more than that. With the great invention of the internet, the use of computers has drastically modified. Along with the processing feature; the computers are also known for the communication feature. People from diverse fields are using the benefits of IT.

 

 

 

Benefits Of IT In Diverse Fields

1. In Healthcare
2. In Education
3. In E-Governance
4. In Designing and Manufacturing
5. In Business

Role Of IT

(Information Technology In Healthcare)

 

 

• Video calling has enhanced the doctor and the patient experience. Thus, doctors are able to diagnose easily.
• Patient’s lab reports are sent through mobile phones and e-mails. Reduces the number of people visiting the clinics.
• Maintaining patient past record data and retrieving it whenever needed is possible with IT.
• Online emergency consultation service is provided.
• Students can study online; through videos and texts easily and gain extra knowledge.

Role Of IT

(Information Technology In Education)

 

 

• Through IT there is an enormous knowledge that can be accessed by the students.
• It is available 24*7; no time limitation. Thus, providing benefits to the students.
• No geographical boundary is there. Anyone from anywhere can study online.
• Education is made interactive and interesting with IT.
• Better communication is possible and distance education becomes easier.

Role Of IT

(Information Technology In E-Governance)

 

 

• The electronic relationship between government and its citizen is known as E-Governance. E-Seva has helped the people enormously.
• Through online service citizens can;

1. Pay their phone bills, electricity bills, etc.
2. Apply for passports, voter ID cards, etc.

• Online records can be easily made and stored with the help of IT only.
• Gives efficient and transparent service to the people of the society.

 

 

Role Of IT

(Information Technology

 In Designing And Manufacturing)

 

 

 

 

 

• Helps in producing user acceptable products manufacturing.- crowdsourcing
• Quality of manufacturing has become better; better precision. –Robotics
• Virtual designing can be done with the help of software for improved designs. – Simulation
• Computer aided designing and computer-aided manufacturing can also be done.

Role Of IT

(Information Technology In Business)

 

 

 

• IT has given a boost to the business spectrum.
• With the use of CAD and CAM ( Computer Aided Designing and Computer Aided Manufacturing), the production has significantly become better.
• Communication has increased; generating huge business profits. No geographical constraints, no limitations.
• Stock management can be done effectively.
• Marketing analysis can be well done with the help of mobile phones, laptops, etc before placing an order or purchasing anything.

Questions

1. What is IT?
2. Explain the benefits of IT in diverse fields?
3. Explain the benefits of IT in healthcare.
4. Explain the benefits of IT in Education.
5. Explain the benefits of IT in E-Governance.
6. Explain the benefits of IT in manufacturing and designing.
7. Explain the benefits of IT in business.

Recap

• IT refers to Information Technology; the use of computers to store, retrieves, transmits and manipulates data.
• Benefits of IT in diverse fields.
• Benefits of IT in Healthcare, Education, E-Governance, Designing and Manufacturing and Business.