Information technology (IT) is the use of computers to create, process, store, retrieve, and exchange all kinds of data and information. IT forms part of information and communications technology (ICT). An information technology system (IT system) is generally an information system, a communications system, or, more specifically speaking, a computer system — including all hardware, software, and peripheral equipment — operated by a limited group of IT users.
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In this inspiring and universally applicable Ted Talk, Julian Treasure, author of the book Sound Business and chair of the Sound Agency, shines the spotlight on the immeasurable value of sound. Treasure argues that in an increasingly noisy world we are losing our ability to listen effectively. In fact, on average, Treasure indicates that we…
As a result of regulatory haste and a lack of long-term vision on the part of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and former satellite operator SkyTerra (LightSquared), GPS coverage of America may soon go bust. What would this mean for the country? Airlines can expect endless series challenges with regard to navigation. Motorists, boat-owners, television…
The Chinese internet is developing at an impressive pace. Already it is the world’s largest online population, with over 60% of the country are not even online yet. As this population grows, so does the number of characteristics of the Chinese internet that make its uniquely distinctive from that of the Western world. This seems…
Has the news industry come full circle? Hundreds of years ago, news spread via word of mouth, pamphlets, and newsletters – often in coffee houses or public spaces. This, by its very nature, encouraged conversation surrounding the news; both in response to it and in distributing it. Then there were newspapers, and mass-audience media usurped…
Analysts have indicated that China may well become the second-largest consumer market in the world by 2015 (preceded by only America). Already it’s noticeable that Western firms are pouring into the country. Most recently, Nestle has confirmed that it is in negotiations with Chinese confectionery and baked goods company Hsu Fu Chi, to discuss a…
Think you knew the basics regarding Malaria? Think again. In fact, many are completely unaware that the disease is far more widespread and can be significantly more subtle than most were ever aware. The infamous disease, in fact, exists in several variations, two of which are notably widespread. These two are caused by related parasites,…
