ICT Level 1: Basic Computer
Packages
Introduction to Computer
Applications
Introduction to ICT
• • ICT stands for Information and
Communication Technology
• • Refers to technologies used for
communication and managing information
• • Examples: Computers, Internet, Phones,
Software
Basic Computer Packages
• • Microsoft Word – Word processing
• • Microsoft Excel – Spreadsheets
• • Microsoft PowerPoint – Presentations
• • Internet & Email – Communication
• • File Management – Organizing files
Microsoft Word
• • Used for creating, editing, and formatting
documents
• • Features: Font styles, tables, images, page
layout
• • Applications: Reports, Letters, CVs
Microsoft Excel
• • Used for numerical data and calculations
• • Features: Formulas, Charts, Graphs, Tables
• • Applications: Budgets, Data analysis,
Accounting
Microsoft PowerPoint
• • Used for creating slideshows and
presentations
• • Features: Text, Images, Animations,
Transitions
• • Applications: Business presentations,
Teaching, Training
Internet & Email
• • Internet – Global network for information
sharing
• • Email – Sending and receiving electronic
messages
• • Applications: Research, Communication,
Online services
File Management
• • Organizing files and folders on a computer
• • Naming conventions and storage locations
• • Backup and security of data
Summary
• • ICT involves using technology for
communication and information
• • Basic computer packages include Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Internet & Email
• • File management is important for organizing
and securing data
