Information Technology, What is Technology? What is Information? This Answer is Here
| 1-Information Technology:i.Miraculous achievementii. IT is involved in every field of life.2-Scope of IT in Pakistan:i.Positive responseii. Establishment of IT centers3. General advantages of Information Technology:i.Source of vast informationii. Unending entertainment4-Advantages for Pakistani-Job placement cellii-Earning of foreign exchangeintroduction:-"The computer was born to solve the problems that did not exist before".(Bill Gates) Information Technology is one of the miraculous achievements of modern man. In a very short time, man has reached the peak of progress in Information Technology.Explanation Now Information Technology is involved in almost all the fields of man's life. The main components of Information Technology are Information Systems, Internet Technology, computers, Software and Hardware aspects of the computer industry, etc. Information Technology is a buzzword these days in Pakistan. It has received a warm response from all walks of life in the country. It is the top priority of the government. Though belated the government has set up Information Technology departments throughout the country. To promote software exports, the government has announced a number of incentives. It has formulated a proper I.T policy and action plan. The world community has already appreciated it. Pakistan's achievements in the field of Information Technology are numerous. It has many advantages. Firstly, it is a great source of vast information, fast communication, and unending entertainment. It helps better in decision-making and opinion building. It has truly changed the world into a global village. Secondly, it can help in exploring the world. Thirdly, Information technology is a key to the progress and prosperity of the world. Now, the more a nation acquires mastery in the field of Information Technology, the more chances it has to rule the world. "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are incredibly slow, inaccurate, and brilliant; together they are powerful beyond imagination". (Albert Einstein) Information Technology has a great profit. It trains personnel to prove a priceless asset both at home and abroad. It can decrease unemployment in the country. The export of soft and hard wares can earn a lot of foreign exchange. Besides, Pakistan can promote its tourism industry by introducing its culture, people, and natural beauty through www to the world. Pakistan must be well aware to reap the advantages that Information Technology offers. Firstly, it must expand and modernize further Information Technology infrastructure in the country. Secondly, it must popularize the Internet by increasing access to it at low rates. This will promote the use of Information Technology particularly in education, commerce, and communication. Thirdly, maximum Information Technology personnel should be trained and the trained ones should be given attractive incentives. Besides, all gadgets concerning Information Technology should be made available at a low price. No doubt, Information Technology holds the key not only to success but also to facing the daring challenges of the 21st century. Pakistan should have to work hard to promote the culture of Information Technology in the country. We hope that the future of Information Technology is bright in Pakistan
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