Advantages of Information Technology
Computing: Year 5 & 6 National Curriculum, topic 1.1.3
Advantages of Information Technology
Information technology is about how we use computers and other devices to save, find, and share information.
Saving time
- Computers can search vast amounts of data.
- Computers can find things far more quickly than we can.
Typing
- Typing on a computer is often quicker than writing by hand.
- You can make changes in your text without having to cross things out.
- Speech-to-text software can make writing even quicker.
Other uses
- You can use computers to shop, find a map, talk to a friend, etc.
- Computers mean you do not need to redo something if you want a copy.
- Messages can be sent and received almost instantly using computers.
Learning
- Many organisations offer online lessons through computers.
- Like Seneca!
- Online videos show people how to do things.
- Schools use computers to access e-learning sites and platforms for lessons and homework.
- People can do tests and exams online on computers.
Test yourself on Advantages of Information Technology
What is information technology?
Who is faster at finding things?
What can you use to access e-learning sites like Seneca?