Course:Course:

Introduction To InformationIntroduction To InformationAnd Communication TechnologyAnd Communication Technology

3.00 Credit Hours, Fall 2013, 3.00 Credit Hours, Fall 2013, Graduate ProgramGraduate Program

Instructor: Ms. Aisha Akram,Instructor: Ms. Aisha Akram,

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WelcomePlease know the basic class rules to ensure

semester goes smoothly: Visit the Class website as frequently as possible as

all our communication will be through this mode only,

Course outline is posted at the class site, Student evaluation is based on the criteria

mentioned in the course outline. No Surprises to Anyone. Remember Grades are Earned not Given.

Missed exams/Assignments/Quizzes ARE JUST MISSED – NO MAKE UPS.

If sometime its not possible to attend the class, inform the instructor in advance by email, SMS.

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Student Evaluation Grading Criteria:

a. Class Participation and Attendance 04

b. 7 Quizzes + Group Based Activities (5 Best) 08

c. 7 Assignments (5 Best) 08

d. Project/Paper + Presentation (End Semester) 05

e. Mid Term Examinations (total of two, 12.5 points each) 25

f. Final Exam 50 Total Points

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PLEASE NOTE: All exams are in class, close book. NO MAKE UP EXAMS, NO MAKE UP QUIZZES/ASSIGNMENTS.

ONCE ANY GRADED ACTIVIY IS MISSED ITS GONE FOREVER.

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Lecture 01: Roadmap

What is ICT? Why study ICT? Course Details Administrative Details of Course Computer and Communication Technology Analog and Digital Computers

Lecture 01: Roadmap

Computers for Individual Users Desktop Computers Workstations Notebook Computers Tablet PCs Handheld PCsSmart Phones

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Computer

Electronic device Converts data into information Modern computers are digital

Two digits combine to make data

Older computers were analogA range of values made data

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Analog and Digital Computers

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In this course our focus is on digital computers In this course our focus is on digital computers

Categories Of Computers Desktop Computers Workstations Notebook computers Tablet computers Handheld computers Smart phones

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Computers For Individual Use

Desktop computersThe most common type of computerSits on the desk or floorSystem Unit vertical or horizontalPerforms a variety of tasksCan be work as server

or workstations

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Computers For Individual Use

WorkstationsSpecialized computersOptimized for science or graphicsMore powerful than a desktop

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Computers For Individual Use

Notebook computersMobile computersWeighs between 2.5 and 9 poundsAbout 8 ½ by 11 inchesTypically as powerful as a desktopCan include a docking

station

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Docking Station?

Docking Station? A platform into which you can install

a portable computer. The docking station typically contains slots for expansion cards, bays for storage devices, andconnectors for peripheral devices, such as printers and monitors. Once inserted in a docking station, the portable computer essentially becomes adesktop model computer.

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Computers For Individual Use

Tablet computersNewest development in

portable computersInput is through

a penRun specialized versions

of office products

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Computers For Individual Use

Handheld computersMobile DeviceVery small computersCan communicate

wirelesslyInput by stylusNote taking or contact

managementData can synchronize with a

desktop

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PDA For personal organizer functions Provides Application software. Keyboard facility as well as voice

input. Web enabled Telephone capabilities

Do PDA have industry specific application?

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Computers For Individual Use

Smart phonesConvenient for one

hand operationHybrid of cell phone

and PDAWeb surfing, e-mail

access

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