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INFORMATION AND COMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY GYAMFI SERIES
This is the key on which is written, ‘caps lock’ or ‘caps’ the key is on/ off key.
FUNCTION
It is used for typing capital and small letters.
Note; status indicator lights are small three lights at the right corner of the keyboard.

LEARNING WITH I.C.T TOOLS
I.C.T Means information and communication technology.
ICT is the study, development and application of devices, machines and techniques for processing
information and aiding communication.

What are i.c.t tools?
I.C.T tools are equipment that makes it possible for information to be sent and received information.
Examples are; television, radio, Computer, mobile phone and calculator.
Areas Where I.C.T Tools is needed;
Health
Agriculture
Education
Market
Industries and others
Law
Banking
Home
Security

HOW I.C.T SUPPORT LEARNING
 ICT tool is used for accessing information.
 ICT tool aid in sharing ideas irrespective of the location.
 Also, I.C.T tool is used for calculations. Scientific calculators are now used to perform complex
calculations.
 I.C.T tool is used for distance education.
 It is used for illustrations. Examples architects and engineers used computer aid tools to design
building and other machines.

CHAPTER 2: FIRST YEAR- SECOND TERM

INTRODUCTION TO DESKTOP
Desktop: is the background or the screen of the computer

FEATURES OF THE DESKTOP
1. Taskbar

2. Wallpaper
3. Icons

Taskbar is a bar which comes automatically with the desktop of the computer. Taskbar is found at the

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