ICT WORKSHOP FOR MCF LEADERS

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

·         Co-axial Cable

·         CAT-Cable

·         Fibre Optic

Wireless Network Technology

·         Bluetooth

·         Infrared

·         Microwave

·         Radio wave

TOPOLOGY

·         Star

·         Bus

·         Ring

·         Mess

Network Types:

·         LAN

·         WAN

·         WLAN

·         MAN

·         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

www.google.com , www.nccf.org.ng , www.youtube.com , www.sermonindex.net  etc.

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

·         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.

·         Advantages of Web Based Bulk SMS

o   It is far cheaper compared to the traditional and ancient SMS technology

o   It is a faster means of sending one message to many people

o   It has a customized sender ID

o   It is a simple and less stressful business which one can embark in.

·         Example of Bulk SMS Service Providers

·         How to create bulk SMS Accounts

·         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.

o   The price rate

o   Method of payment if it is convenient to you

o   Strength of customer service

o   Ability to store history

o   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.

Data Types	Formats
Audio	.mp3, .wma, etc
Video	.mp4, .3gp, .mov
Text	.pdf, .doc, .ppt,

Things to You should know when searching for files on the internet

o   Search Engine

o   Keyword

o   Data Type

o   Timing in terms of the season

o   Etc.

·         BLOGGING: This Section will be considered during the MCF Zonal Convention

·         DOWNLOADING AND UPLOADING VIDEOS ON THE INTERNET( This Se)ction Will be Completed during the zonal convention )

·         EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION TIPS(Will Be completed during the MCF zonal Convention