I C T NOTESA computer is an electronic device used to process, store and retrieve

information. ICT stands for information and communication technology. CD stand

for Compact disk CPU stands for Central Processing Unit Storage devices can be
internal or external. You use the internet properly if you never give your password
to anyone We open toolbox program for us to draw. We take our colours from the
colour box. We take our shapes and pencil from the toolbox.Handwriting is also
called fontWe click using the mouse. (mouse , font , toolbox , colour box , Paint)
Basics of the information technology  Information technology (IT) is a technology
which uses computers to gather, process, store, protect, and transfer information.
 Today, it is common to use the term Information and communications technology
(ICT) because it is unimaginable to work on a computer which is not connected to
the network.The computer consists of:a.hardware – physical computer parts, palpable
and visible b.software – set of commands that are "understandable" to the computer;
instructions to its palpable parts, giving orders what to do Types of computers 
Mainframe computers  Minicomputer  Microcomputer  Supercomputer  Smartphone
 Server computer  Workstation computer  Desktops  Laptops  Notepads 
Palmtops Parts of a computerCPU contains the (brains) central components of the
computer. Monitor (the screen) a device used for viewing and editing output from a
computer. Displays information on the computer Keyboard a set of keys used to
operate a computer, 1

Mouse –is a small device used to point and select items on a computer screen.
Keys found on a keyboard  Enter  Backspace  Caps lock  Shift  Number
lock  Control Computer games  Puzzle  Spelling city  Fizzy`s lunch lab 
Itzabitza  Oregon Trail  Lifeboat to mars Input devices these are devices
through which data enter the computer Keyboard Mouse Microphone Scanner
Digital camera Touchpad Output devices Monitor displays information from the
computer. Printer produce information on paper. Produce information from
softcopy to hardcopy (paper). You get a hardcopy after printing out information.
Projector used to output information on big screens. Speakers enables you to hear
sounds like music or even recorded sounds. storage devices internal storage
magnetic diskshard disk drivefloppy disk optical disks DVD and CDUSB (universal
serial Bus) External hard drive  memory stick  memory card  USB (universal
serial Bus) Basic principle of computers: 2

 Data enters the computer through one or more input devices.  The computer
then processes the data and transmits the resulting data to output devices. 
Output devices can be human interfaces such as a screen or another electronic
device such as a storage device or computer network.The system unit consists of the
following components:1. Motherboard - MBO  a computer "backbone" responsible for
communication between components and transmission of information.2. Central
Processing Unit - CPU3.Hard Disk Drive - HDD – device (memory) used for permanent
data storage4.Drive (SSD)5.Floppy Disk Drive – FDD6.Optical disks - CD,
DVD7.Graphics processing units (GPU)8.Universal Serial Bus (USB)Device that is both
input and output: touch screen. Common devices and media for storing and
transferring data: i.hard disk ii. USB flash driveiii.Disketteiv.te and ZIP
diskettev.CD and DVD discsvi. memory cardsvii.internal hard disk viii.external hard
disk ix. network disk drive Computer lab rules we need rules to maintain order in
the computer lab.  No unnecessary movement in the lab.  No liquids are allowed
in the lab.  No noise is allowed in the lab.  Do not operate a computer without
the teacher`s consent.  No food or drinks near computers.  Clean up your
working area before you leave.  Do not step on plugs in the computer lab.  No
use of computers when there is lightning.  Close/save your work when you have
finished. COMPUTER FAULTS Screen freezing Computer slowing 3

Slow internet Strange noises Malware Blue screen Slow applications

Printer not working Mouse not working Keyboard not working Program not
responding Power button failing to start the computer Solutions on computer
faultsTroubleshooting is a way of identifying causes of faults.  is finding out
how to solve computer problems. 1.Printer not working a)Check if the printer is
turned on. b)Check if the printer has paper.c)Check if the printer has a paper jam.
If so remove the paper and try to print again.d)Turn off the printer and turn on
again.e)Make sure all printer cables are properly connected. 2. Mouse not working
a) check if the mouse is plugged well to the computer. b) check if the cord is not
damaged.c) clean the mouse, especially on the button 3.Computer is slow a) restart
the computer b) remove unnecessary files not needed.c) empty the recycle bin to
increase disk space. 4.Blank screen a) make sure the monitor is plugged in and
turned on b) make sure the computer is plugged in and turned on.c) make sure the
monitor cable is well connected to the CPU.d) the computer may be in sleep mode, if
so click any key on the keyboard or the mouse. 5.keyboard not workinga. Make sure
the keyboard is connected to the computer, if not connect it to thecomputer. b. If
the keys are stuck, switch off the computer and clean with a damp cloth. 6.Power
button failing to start the computer a.Check if the power cable is properly
connected. b.Check if the electrical wall outlet is working. 7.An application
running slowlya. Close the application and open it again 4

8.All applications running slowly a.Run an antivirus software b.Remove

unnecessary files not needed to free space on the disk Error checking tools  Are
responsible for solving issues related to storage as they free up space anddelete
junk files. Uses of smart phones. Sending and receiving messages. Phoning
Sending and receiving emails. Video chat Playing games Registering contacts
Browsing the internet Calculator and alarm functions Examples of ICT tools They
are devices used in information and technology.  Computer  Cell phone  Radio 
Television  Soft wares  Laptops  Printers  Video conferencingYou need to keep
ICT tools from environmental hazards like water , dust and falls.Before cleaning a
computer you should switch it off.Sugary and alcoholic liquids should never used to
clean your computer.Adequate ventilation is needed for a computer to function well.
Database - Is a store of data that has been organised in some way.A database
program replaces a filing cabinet.Uses of databases Store information about
students at a schoolStore information about workers at a company. 5

Store information about books in a library.Store information about items in a

supermarket.Store information on hotel bookingsStore information on results in
school competitionsIn the database data is stored in tables which consists of
many records and each record consists of several fields. Each table has rows
called records and columns called fields.Fields uses data types to create data
Data types  Texts for storing texts and whole numbers that are not going to be
used in calculations. Eg age and phone number  Number is used in storing
numbers and decimals that are going to be used in calculations. Auto number are
automatic numbers created with each new record. Currency (money) used for money.
 Date (time) for storing date and time. Yes/ no for storing values that can
only have two states like yes/no, true false andon/off Animation  Means making
non moving things appear to make movements.  Giving life to any object in
computer graphics. Types of animationa. 2D animation b. 3D animation Software used
in 2D animation  Flash  Photoshop  After effects Software used in 3D animation
 Blender  Cinema 4D  Autodesk Maya Software used to demonstrate stop motion
animation  Monkey jam What you need to demonstrate  Computer with monkey jam 
Webcam 6

 A clay ball to animate Uses of animation a.For entertainment (making

cartoons) b.For demonstratingc.For teachingd.Source of employment Softwares used in
animation a.Monkey jams b.Cinema 4Dc.Autodesk Mayad.Blender jus FPS frames per
second Hacking- using a computer or internet to gain unauthorized access to data.
 When protecting our work we put a password.Internet data transfer:Downloading
When a user receives and accepts a file to his computer or phone from another
source. Uploading When the user sends a file from his computer or phone to another
source. Computer hardwareComputer hardware components – these are physical
components you can touch and see. Eg mouse, keyboard, laptop , monitor, external
hard drive, Computer hardware maintenance Hardware and software maintenance are
meant to keep your PC functioning well.  Hardware maintenance deals with taking
care of the physical aspects of a computer likeCPU, monitor, mouse and the
keyboard. We can remove dust from a computer using a P C blower. The other way to
keep your computer safe from dust is through covering it with protective covers.
Never apply cleaning fluids directly on a computer rather apply it to a cloth or a
brush. Put your computer on a place where it cannot easily fall or get damaged.
Computers on the centre of the table are safe from falling. You should remove the
__________ of a wireless keyboard before cleaning it usingfluids. 7

You should avoid wiping your monitor in a zigzag motion. Computer software A
collection of computer instruction that tell the computer what to do or how to
work. Malware  Different types of computer threats to your computer safety such
as viruses, spywares,worms and Trojans. Fragmentation  The process of breaking
down files into fragments. Defragmentation Rearrangement of files on a hard disc
for fast data access. Defragmenters rearranges the hard drive data and reunites
the fragmented files. Data backup  Making a copy of important data and storing
them on an alternative location so that it can be recovered if deleted or
corrupted. Photoshop The most commonly used software in photo editing is Photoshop
Multimedia  Refers to many forms of information for example text, video,
animation, and images. Multi means many Media means method of carrying information.
Example of multimedia  Movies  Songs  Pictures Examples of multimedia
applications  Power point  Picassa  Coral draw  Windows live moviemaker 
Adobe Photoshop  Media Monkey Examples of music composition softwares  Cubase 
Reason  Fruit loops  Pro-tools Presentation softwares Microsoft Power
PointPicassa 8

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