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5 Trends in ICT

As we live in this ever-changing modern world, many people find it challenging to keep up with new technological trends making it difficult for them to stay informed, relevant and up-to-date with technological advancements. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is constantly evolving, impacting how we live and communicate. It introduces new trends that are crucial to learn in order to adapt to technological advancements.

Here are five key trends in ICT:

1. CONVERGENCE

Technological convergence is the merging of various technologies to work towards a common goal. This trend demonstrates the increasing collaboration between once-separate technological fields, resulting in innovative solutions and new products.

Example:

Back then, people used to listen to music on radios, watch movies on DVDs, and use telephones to make calls. But now, with technological convergence, most people use phones for all these activities.

2. SOCIAL MEDIA

Social media includes websites, apps, and online platforms where users can create, collaborate, discuss, modify, and share content. It's a key part of how we communicate today, connecting people worldwide and building communities around common interests.

Examples:

Facebook, TikTok, Youtube, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

3. MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES

Mobile technology has completely changed how we access information and communicate. Smartphones and tablets are now everywhere, providing features that used to need a computer. With mobile technology constantly improving, it's easier than ever to stay connected and get things done on the go.

Examples:

Smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches.

4. ASSISTIVE MEDIA

Assistive media refers to technology to help people with disabilities, like visual or reading impairments, access information and communicate. It's essential for ensuring everyone can be part of the digital world, breaking down barriers and promoting inclusivity.

Examples:

Screen readers, audio books, voice assistants, and closed captioning.

5. CLOUD COMPUTING

Cloud computing has changed how we store, process, and access data. It uses the internet to offer flexible, scalable, and cost-effective computing services. With more businesses adopting it, it's becoming the standard for efficient and accessible data management.

Examples:

- Software-as-a-Service (Saas): Salesforce

- Infrastructure-as-a-Service (Iaas): DigitalOcean

- Platform-as-a-Service (Paas): AWS

- File Sharing and Data Storage: Dropbox

- Big Data Analysis: Civis Analytics

- Data Governance: Carbonite

- Cybersecurity: Forcepoint

CONCLUSION

- In conclusion, these five ICT trends are improving how we interact with the world. Convergence brings together different technologies to create innovative solutions, while social media connects people globally. Mobile technology makes it easy to access information and communicate anywhere. Assistive media helps people with disabilities join the digital world, and cloud computing offers flexible data management via internet. Understanding and adapting to these trends is important for staying relevant and making the most of the opportunities in our rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Submitted by: ULUAN, PRECIOUS KYLA

Grade/Section: 11 STEM2

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