information technology
what’s IT?
Information technology (IT) is the use of technology, such as computers and the internet, to manage information.
what’s in this section?
IT can be a powerful tool for community and voluntary organisations if it’s understood and used correctly. But IT can be frightening for those who are not familiar with it.
In this section we will give you some basic tips and tools to get you started on using IT and some slightly more advanced tips for those ready for the next step. We provide you with some website addresses and names of books that you can turn to for further information if you need it. At the end of the section we also give you definitions of some commonly used words that sound more like nasty diseases than something to do with IT. Happy “surfing”!
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Topics in this section include:
why plan and budget?
who should make IT decisions?
budgeting for IT
setting goals — deciding what you want to achieve
what's in an IT strategy? ...
Date updated: 18 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
don't let software choose you!
Microsoft software donation program and
free downloads.
Date updated: 18 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
buying a new computer
What do you get for your money?
Further Tips
Choosing the best way of buying computers
buying second-hand computers
Date updated: 18 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
the internet,
what's an ISP?
internet connectivity,
viewing websites using web browsers,
searching the internet,
email and
advanced technologies.
Date updated: 18 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
passwords,
backups,
virus protection software,
computer worms,
protection against hacker attack,
uninterruptible power supply,
firewalls and
Spam.
Date updated: 18 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
what are your obligations to your people?
what are the risks from using computers?
what causes these problems?
how can these problems be avoided? and ...
Date updated: 19 November 2006
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Topics in this section include:
publications and
online resources.
Date updated: 3 April 2008
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This section contains definitions of technology terms.
Date updated: 19 November 2006