ICT BASICS FOR MCF
LEADERS
INTRODUCTION:
ICT is an acronym for Information and Communication Technology. A
household name in every firm. It has to do with enhancing effective Communication
and Management of Information with help of Technology. Every Leader need needs
ICT Skills, in this workshop will look at a brief introduction to what every leader needs to
enhance productivity.
DEFINITION1 A COMPUTER
Computers perform four major functions INPUT, PROCESSING,
STORAGE, OUTPUT. It is an electronic
device that accepts, processes/stores data and gives out the output as
information. A computer works under a set of instructions called programmes.
DEFINATION2 A NETWORK
A Network is a connection of two or more devices with the
aim of sharing data.
Types of Network: Wired/ Wireless
Wired Network
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Co-axial Cable
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CAT-Cable
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Fibre Optic
Wireless Network Technology
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Bluetooth
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Infrared
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Microwave
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Radio wave
TOPOLOGY
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Star
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Bus
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Ring
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Mess
Network Types:
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LAN
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WAN
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WLAN
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MAN
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PAN
THE INTERNET:
The Internet (INTERNATIONAL
NETWORK) is a network of networks, it exists as global network linking other
networks together. The internet was first known as APRANET, established in US
army as a means of sharing files around. Since then the internet as been very
useful and available almost in every household. A typical example of the
Internet is the WWW (World Wide Web). The world web is a package on the
internet on the internet that makes file/data available and accessible. There
are so many services provided by the World Wide Web. In the course this
workshop we shall be introduced to the www basics which every leader must know.
SETTING UP THE INTERNET
The INTERNET can be set up in PCs
or PDAs. In this section , we will look at how to set up internet with our
phones and PC
Requirements for Setting Up
Internet in Phones:
1. a
phone with the ability to access the internet ( a phone with Android OS will be
required for illustration in this class.
2. You
must have a registered SIM(Subscriber Identity Module) card in the SIM and
enough Credit Unit to subscribe for the Internet plan.
3. INTERNET
PLAN: You must subscribe to an internet plan that suits your need. MTN, AIRTEL
, ETISALT, GLO network provide affordable internet plan for subscribers. Simply
dial the short code for the plan you wish to subscribe to and you are good to
go.
Requirements
for Setting Up Internet in PCs
1. You
should a MoDEM (Modulator-Demodulator). A part from usual modems, your phone
can as well serve as a modem.
2. Configure
your PC to tally with your MODEM proxy Settings (Illustration will be done in
Class).
N/B: You will also
require a web browser to gain access to the Internet – A web browser is a
computer application that is used to gain access to the Internet. Examples of
Web Browser include Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Opera, Safari, etc.
ACCESSING THE INTERNET
THE WEBSITE: The website is a Collection of WEB pages. A web
site is displayed with the help of HyperText Markup Language(HTML).
A website address is a string that serves as an URL(Uniform
Resource Locator). An example of a website address is
A typical website address is displayed as is divided into
three segments
The Protocol: As set of rules that governs the transfer of
data over the internet HTTPS is HyperText Transfer Protocol(secured)
1.
The Domain Name: A string that encapsulates the
IP Address Of a particular website
2.
The Extension: Website extension basically
describes the purpose which he website has to accomplish.
.net is for networking sites
.com is for companies
.org is for NGOs
Etc.
But recently the www community has not given heed to the extensions as a result
Of introduction of more website exensions such as .mobi, .tv, .biz, etc
https://www.google.com
To access a website on the internet simply type the website
address into the address bar of your web browser.
BULK SMS
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What is Bulk SMS?
Bulks SMS is an Electronic SMS
services provided on the world wide web to proffer SMS solution in a more
reliable and fast way.
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Advantages of Web Based Bulk SMS
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It is far cheaper compared to the traditional
and ancient SMS technology
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It is a faster means of sending one message to
many people
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It has a customized sender ID
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It is a simple and less stressful business which
one can embark in.
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Example of Bulk SMS Service Providers
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How to create bulk SMS Accounts
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things to consider when choosing bulk SMS service
provider
There are a lot of bulk SMS service
providers around us, but the following should be considered while making the
choice on which one to use.
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The price rate
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Method of payment if it is convenient to you
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Strength of customer service
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Ability to store history
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Accessibility
EFFECTIVE TIPS ON INTERNET
SURFING
The internet has a Lot of contents available for use to
anyone who has access to it. It is obvious to note here there are different
data types and they come in different formats.
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Data Types
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Formats
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Audio
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.mp3, .wma, etc
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Video
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.mp4, .3gp, .mov
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Text
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.pdf, .doc, .ppt,
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Things to You should know when searching for files on the internet
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Search Engine
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Keyword
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Data Type
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Timing in terms of the season
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Etc.
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BLOGGING: This Section will be considered during
the MCF Zonal Convention
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DOWNLOADING AND UPLOADING VIDEOS ON THE
INTERNET( This Se)ction Will be Completed during the zonal convention )
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EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION TIPS(Will Be completed
during the MCF zonal Convention
