Analysis of the Impact of ICT on Daily Life and Society

This assignment examines the significant impact of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) on various aspects of daily life. It explores how ICT has revolutionized communication, education, and business practices. The document highlights the shift from traditional methods, such as paper newspapers, to digital platforms, emphasizing the efficiency and accessibility provided by ICT. Furthermore, it analyzes the role of ICT in educational settings, using learning software and videos to enhance the learning experience. The assignment also touches upon the widespread use of ICT by businesses and media agencies to disseminate important information. The conclusion emphasizes the integral role of ICT in modern society, influencing decision-making and increasing productivity through improved accessibility and variety. The assignment references several academic sources to support its findings.

ASSIGNMENT- TASK 1

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The Impact of ICT on our Daily Lives............................................................................................1
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................2

The Impact of ICT on our Daily Lives
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) can be described as a set of
technologically-driven tools and resources which enable its users to manage, communicate as
well as disseminate information in an effective manner (Amiri and Woodside, 2017). In present
day scenario, ICT forms a massive chunk of a person's daily life. This tool has substantially
reduced the probability of having low productivity within all walks of life, be it for a business or
an individual. For instance, paper newspapers have been largely replaced by online ones which
not only result in saving paper as a valuable resource but also provide easier reference for avid
readers who may want to go through a newspaper more than one time in a day. Apart from this,
it has also resulted in the development of national advantage, specifically in terms of providing
education (Gomez and Pather, 2012). Utilisation of various media such as Computers, learning
software and video among others has helped in making learning easy for students of all ages.
Additionally, it is also a tool which is most widely used by businesses and media agencies in
order to promote the masses regarding important political and health-related issues. Lastly,
one can say that ICT has impacted the daily lives of individuals so much so that it has become an
integral part as well as influence on them and the manner in which they take important day-to-
day decisions. From working to socializing, this resource has clearly provided more accessibility
and variety to its users which has not only resulted in empowerment but also led to increase in
productivity (Wastiau and et.al., 2013).
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REFERENCES
Books and Journal
Amiri, S. and Woodside, J. M., 2017. Emerging markets: the impact of ICT on the economy and
society. Digital Policy, Regulation and Governance. 19(5). pp.383-396.
Gomez, R. and Pather, S., 2012. ICT evaluation: are we asking the right questions?. The
Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries. 50(1). pp.1-14.
Wastiau, P. and et.al., 2013. The Use of ICT in Education: a survey of schools in E
urope. European Journal of Education. 48(1). pp.11-27.
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