ICT questions
Data communications systems and ICT innovations (Section 2)
In your own words, answer the following questions based on your notes, research and classroom discussions. You may require to use external sources to support your discussion. Please reference such external resources accordingly.
In your own words, discuss at least six examples of the benefits to organisations of computer networks over conventional communication methods. (6)
The beneits to organisations of omputer networks over conventional communication methods are
Reduces costs when compared to more traditional methods of communication. If information has to be sent to an organisation in another part of the country or world then the cost of sending an e-mail with an attached file is relatively cheap when compared to postal charges. Video conferencing allows people from different parts of the world to hold meetings electronically, saving the cost of travel and accommodation.
The speed that information is received is much faster using computers, and different time zones between countries are no longer a barrier to communication
Enables sharing and distribution of information. Promotes the coordination of activities between departments within organisations.
Enables the sharing of hardware on the network.
Networks also allow data to be exchanged with suppliers and online payment facilities, making them much more efficient.
It enables you to create links with customers and suppliers.
In your own words, discuss at least three examples of the disadvantages of using computer networks. (3)
Three disavantages of using computer networks are
Can depend to much on network.
Can be a major disruption when introducing networks and maintenance work.
Reduced security through wider access from wide area networks and the Internet.
Discuss the difference between a LAN and a WAN. (3)
The difference between a LAN and a WAN
A local area
In your own words, answer the following questions based on your notes, research and classroom discussions. You may require to use external sources to support your discussion. Please reference such external resources accordingly.
In your own words, discuss at least six examples of the benefits to organisations of computer networks over conventional communication methods. (6)
The beneits to organisations of omputer networks over conventional communication methods are
Reduces costs when compared to more traditional methods of communication. If information has to be sent to an organisation in another part of the country or world then the cost of sending an e-mail with an attached file is relatively cheap when compared to postal charges. Video conferencing allows people from different parts of the world to hold meetings electronically, saving the cost of travel and accommodation.
The speed that information is received is much faster using computers, and different time zones between countries are no longer a barrier to communication
Enables sharing and distribution of information. Promotes the coordination of activities between departments within organisations.
Enables the sharing of hardware on the network.
Networks also allow data to be exchanged with suppliers and online payment facilities, making them much more efficient.
It enables you to create links with customers and suppliers.
In your own words, discuss at least three examples of the disadvantages of using computer networks. (3)
Three disavantages of using computer networks are
Can depend to much on network.
Can be a major disruption when introducing networks and maintenance work.
Reduced security through wider access from wide area networks and the Internet.
Discuss the difference between a LAN and a WAN. (3)
The difference between a LAN and a WAN
A local area