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ICT stands for
Information and Communication Technology.
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Many businesses use ICT because ...
- it allows fast access to data. Slow
access may annoy customers.
- it keeps storage requirements to a
minimum. There is no need for large filing cabinets filled with lots
of paper.
- it allows data to be accessed by more than
one person at a time (on a network).
- there is better security. Data can be encrypted
(coded).
- fewer staff need to be employed.
- data is kept inside the computer system and cannot
get misplaced.
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BUT... |
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- computer equipment is expensive to
buy and install.
- staff may need to be trained to use
ICT.
- computers may fail to work or there
may be a powercut.
- data may be prone to hackers and viruses.
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Most business managers feel
that the benefits outweigh the drawbacks and they use ICT to improve the
service they offer to customers. |
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