What is ICT?

Assalamualaikum Wr. Wb. In this article, I will discuss ICT or Information and Communication Technologies.

Technology can be interpreted as something that is used in information storage, and information dissemination. The term ICT emerged after the combination of computer technology (both hardware and software) with communication technology in the mid-20th century. While ICT itself can be interpreted as a technology that can be utilized in data processing, manipulating information, compiling, and even processing data or information.

The basic concepts used in ICT cover two aspects, namely Information Technology and Communication Technology. Information Technology includes all matters relating to use as a tool, manipulating data and managing information. 
The objectives of learning ICT are: 1. Develop our abilities in independent, innovative, creative and responsible learning. 2. Sharpen skills in information and communication technology.
Some understanding of ICT according to experts as follows: 1. According to Haag and Keen (1996)ICT is a set of tools that can help a job related to information and perform tasks related to information processing. 2. According to Williams and Sawyer (2003)ICT is a technology that can combine computers with high-speed communication lines that can carry data, voice, and video. 3. According to Martin (1999)ICT is not only limited to the hardware and software used to process and store information, and includes information technology that sends information. ICT can be utilized in everyday life. ICT has an important role in everyday human activities. Some of the benefits of ICT in everyday life are: 1. In the field of education, ICT can be used as a learning tool as well as an effective learning method for students and can increase student creativity. 2. In the field of business, ICT is used in transaction activities and in storing important files to be more secure. 3. In the military field, ICT is used as submarine navigation, and as a spacecraft controller whether using a driver or not. 4. In the field of industry and infrastructure, ICT can be used to design product designs in an industry or design a building. And can control the performance of machines in industries that use technology with maximum accuracy. 5. In the medical field, it is used to diagnose a disease that utilizes ICT. 6. In the entertainment field, it is used in the process of making an animation, advertising, film or soap opera and to make audiovisual even more interesting. 7. In the Government sector, it can be used to make government officials closer to the community, making it easier for the community to express their aspirations.