Introduction to Information Technology: Types of Software, Network Technologies, and Artificial Intelligence

INFORMATION TO
TECHNOLOGY

Contents
ABSTRACT..............................................................................................................................4
Introduction..............................................................................................................................5
Literature review......................................................................................................................5
Analysis and discussion............................................................................................................5
Discussing different types of application software which can be used by business........5
Ethical and social issues that pertain to running business...............................................6
Types of Network technologies............................................................................................8
Artificial intelligence..........................................................................................................10
Different stages of software development life cycle.........................................................11
Advantages and disadvantages of information technology................................................11
Conclusion...............................................................................................................................12
References...............................................................................................................................13

ABSTRACT
Information technology is the system with the aid of using which the computer, smartphone
or software program is used to change data and information in digital form. The use of
technology has many advantages, however there also are advantages including moral and
social factors, that can have offense results for the business enterprise in addition to a lack of
reputation. Information era brings the numerous factors into the organisation in a powerful
and green way. With the assist of IT, control is capable of make selections and supply
excellent outcomes to clients that create the sturdy relationship. Network era is a community
that allows information to be exchanged in virtual form. Software improvement is a vital a
part of data era that groups use to defend their information. The software program
improvement lifecycle includes seven levels that assist develop, design, and check the superb
software program.

Introduction
The use of computer networks to store, retrieve, send, and manipulate firm data via
telecommunication devices is known as information technology. The term "technology"
refers to the techniques, skills, methods, and processes employed by a corporation for
scientific research and production. During the efficient time frame, the assigned task is
completed with the development of technologies that have a meaning of their own in the
business world (Campbell, H. and Masser, I., 2020). As technology advances, there are
various changes in business processes such as technology driven equipment, data storage, etc.
The report is prepared through Barclays Bank, a multinational universal bank based in
London, England, UK. The bank was founded in 1690 by the Nigel Higgins. It deals with the
products of the retail, commercial, investment, private and wealth banking business. The
study discusses the types of application software which can be used in business. It also
discusses the importance of social and ethical issues which are becoming important in the
digital world. Further, it also looks at the types of networking technologies and artificial
intelligence for enhancing the business. The different stages of software development life
cycle have been explained.
Literature review
According to the 2019 technological trends, information technology is linked to
computer technology, which includes the Internet and is grouped together under the umbrella
term "information technology." Hardware, software, and networks are also included. With the
development and design of computer networks, data is processed and communicated. The
development and maintenance of software, systems, and computer networks that require the
usage of services and supporting infrastructure so that information may be handled and given
via voice, data, and video, according to the ND Century Code. Information technology, in the
context of business, refers to the computer system, which includes all hardware, software,
and peripherals, that is operated by the major IT users. It is critical to utilise information in
the workplace (Kane, G.C and et.al., 2019).
Analysis and discussion
Discussing different types of application software which can be used by business.
Application software is defining a computer program which performs specific
functions. The ability of handling user input and helps the user get the job done. It is also