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Traffic safety and accident prevention Fields related to Computer
Computer scientists have developed Science
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Computer Science
(ADAS) that enhance traffic safety. These There are different fields related to
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systems include features like collision Computer Science. They include
avoidance, lane departure warnings, and Information Technology (IT), Information
adaptive cruise control. They reduce the and Communication Technology (ICT),
tragic incidence of driving. Information Systems (IS), and Computer
Engineering. They are all interconnected
Activity 1.4 fields within the broader domain of
technology under the umbrella of
Write a summary of your thoughts Computer Science. They have overlapping
and perspectives on how Computer areas and complementary roles in various
Science impacts society. Document aspects of computing.
your summary in a portfolio.
Information Technology
Questions
IT refers to the practical application of
computer systems, software, networks,
1. Do you think there is any field and other technologies to manage and
in which principles of Computer process information. It involves using
Science cannot be applied? Explain technology to store, retrieve, transmit, and
briefly. protect data for various purposes within
2. Does your school use any tools an organisation or business.
that were made using Computer
Science? Briefly explain. Information and Communication
Technology
Exercise 1.2
ICT is a broader term encompassing the
1. Write a short essay on how use of various technologies, including
Computer Science has reformed computer system, software, networking,
operations and efficiency in telecommunications, and other digital
education and agriculture. Provide tools, to manage, process and transfer
specific examples to support your information. It is more application-
answer. oriented and deals with the practical use
2. Computer Science is only applicable of technology for communication and
to the technology sector. Discuss. information management.
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