Information Technology for Business (ITB)

Information Technology for Business(ITB)Submitted To: Submitted By:Dr. Jaydip Chaudhari Bhesania Roma (04) Elastikwala Akta(23) Mehta Rachana(50) 1Introduction of ITIT stands for "Information Technology," and is pronounced "I.T." It refers to anything related to computing technology, such as networking, hardware, software, the Internet, or the people that work with these technologies.

Many companies now have IT departments for managing the computers, networks, and other technical areas of their businesses. IT jobs include computer programming, network administration, computer engineering, Web development, technical support, and many other related occupations. DefinitionSet of tools, processes and methodologies (such as coding/ programming, data communication, data conversion, storage and retrieval, system analysis and design, system control) and associated equipment employed to collect, process and present information. In broad terms ,IT also includes office automation, multimedia and telecommunication.

Negative Impact of Technology on Individual and Society:Isolation:Social isolation is characterized by a lack of contact with other people in normal daily living, such as, the workplace, with friends and in social activities.Lack of Social Skills:The use of online social media outlets causes us to meet face-to-face with much less frequency resulting in a lack of much needed social skills. We lose the ability to read body language and social cues in other people.Obesity:The more time people are spending engrossed in video games, talking to friends online and watching funny cat videos on YouTube, they are spending less time being active or exercising.ContDepression:Technology creates the perfect recipe for depression with the lack of human contact, overeating and lack of exercise. Poor Sleep Habits:Some of the negative effects of technology can be linked to the effect it has on sleep habits. We get sucked into online activities that keep us up too late and the constant stream of information can make it difficult to turn off our brains. Pollution:With the rapid-changing world of electronics and technology, the turnover rate for upgrades is staggering. Plants that manufacture the electronics are emitting toxic fumes into the air. Plus there is little to no regulations on the disposal of personal E-waste.

ContLack of Social Bonds:Creating a lasting bond with other people requires face-to-face interaction. The more we isolate ourselves with technology the fewer bonds we will form.

Neck and Head Pain:Constantly looking down at devices can cause neck pain and over time will cause the neck to lose its natural curve. Eyestrain can also cause headaches and blurred vision.

6ContHigher Energy Consumption:People dont turn their devices off; they keep computers on or plugged in, mobile devices charging and televisions plugged in.

Loss of Hearing and Eyesight:Using headphones and ear buds can cause people to lose their hearing over time. Likewise, straining your eyes looking at computer and device screens can cause people to need glasses much earlier in life.ContAddiction:People are not only dependent on technology they are also addicted to it. Studies have shown that when cell phones are taken away from the addicted person he/she become restless.

Job Loss:I.T. can create jobs of a few persons with the capacities of doing the job of more workers. This means that a lot of lower and middle level jobs have been done away with causing more people to become unemployed.

Negative impact of IT on Children:Deteriorated Patience: According to studies, tolerance in children is vanishing quite increasingly due to the improper use of technology. Declining Writing Skills:Due to the excessive usage of online chatting and shortcuts, the writing skills of todays young generation have declined quite tremendouslyLack of Physical Interactivity: Now, more and more people are interacting with others through different platforms like social networks. This advancement has hampered the physical interaction skills of many children. Due to that they dont know how to interact with others when they meet them or what gesture they should carry.

Research related to Negative impact of IT on ChildrenAccording to a New York Times article(March 21, 2010)

Which adds up to 75 hours a week! The Kids age 8-18 spends their timeActivitiesTime SpendUsing technology gadgets 7.5 hoursTV and movies5 hoursMusic2.5 hoursInternet and video games3 hoursReading38 minutesErgonomicsErgonomics is concerned with the "fit" between the user, equipment and their environments.

Ergonomics is a field of study that attempts to reduce strain, fatigue, and injuries by improving product design and workspace arrangement.

The goal is a comfortable, relaxed posture.

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