1.1: Introduction

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    Introduction to Information Technology

    INT 1010, is a survey course in evolving information technology and its relevance to individuals and society. The emphasis in this course is on enhancing students’ skills in data analysis and programming and applying learned skills to their academic and professional life.

    This course examines:

    • Categories of computing devices and different types of computer applications.
    • Software and their uses.
    • Ethical principles related to privacy, security, intellectual property.
    • Strategies to manage risks related to systems security threats.
    • Students learn about the basic principles of connectivity and data communications.

    Introduction to Information Technology course material utilizes Open Education Recourses (OER).

    Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or are under copyright that have been released under an open license, that permit no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, adaptation and redistribution by others.

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    Purchase of a book is not required. Content will be presented in the form of both text (online) and activities.

    Each chapter contains:

    Objectives:

    Description of what your accomplishments should be at the end of the chapters.

    Content:

    This is the content explained in each chapter about different topics.

    Learning Activities:

    Initially they are in the LMS (Canvas) site, but eventually they will be incorporated in this eBook.

    These are activities assigned to assess your knowledge.

    They include:

    • Individual and group activities
    • Quizzes
    • Exams

    The key to success in INT 1010 is planning your study schedule, using the instructor’s office hours, using videos, and recognizing if you need to use the tutoring center.

    Additional resources:

    In each section, you will find the topics that will be covered (at the beginning of the page), as well as the references used (at the bottom of the page).

    In the "Back Matter" you will find a glossary, an Acronym list, and a feedback page, in case you have a recommendation or you spotted a typo or a mistake.

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    PGCC. INT1010: Concepts in Computing. Libretexts. 2021. Link.

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