This document provides an overview of computer education module 1 on information technology, the internet, and how individuals can become computer competent. It defines key terms like computer competency, information systems, software, hardware, data, connectivity and networks. It explains that information systems combine technology and human activities, and discusses the major parts like people, procedures, software, hardware, data and connectivity. It also summarizes the different types of software, hardware, data vs information and networks like the internet.
COMPED9 Module 1 Information Technology, the Internet, and You
1. COMPUTER EDUCATION 9
MODULE 1
Information Technology, the
Internet, and You
Prepared By: Engr. Jeremy M. Flores
2. COMPUTER COMPETENCY
It refers to acquiring computer-
related skills.
It includes how to effectively
use popular application
packages and the Internet.
4. COMPUTER COMPETENCY
New ways to communicate, to
find people with similar
interests, and to buy goods are
available.
5. COMPUTER COMPETENCY
To be competent with
computer technology, you
need to know the parts of an
Information System.
6. INFORMATION SYSTEM
It refers to any combination of
Information Technology and
people’s activities using that
technology to support
operations and management.
7. PARTS OF INFORMATION SYSTEM
People
Procedures
Software
Hardware
Data
Connectivity
24. NETWORK
It is the central concept of
connectivity.
It is a communications system
connecting two or more
computers.
25. NETWORK
The largest network in the world is
the Internet, which is like a giant
highway that connects you to
millions of other people and
organizations located throughout
the world.
26. NETWORK
The Internet and the Web
Powerful Software
Powerful Hardware
Security and Privacy
Organizations
Changing Times