WAEC Information and Communication Technology (Core) · Section 1

Basic ICT Concepts, Computer Hardware, Software, and System Threats

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Official WAEC Information and Communication Technology (Core) outline · Detailed Syllabus

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ICT tools, information processing cycle, computer classification, system unit, peripherals, storage media, system vs application software, open source vs proprietary software, natural/human computer threats, user health hazards, and safety remedies

Objective

Explain ICT terms, tools, and socio-economic/educational impacts; distinguish data from information and classify computer types; categorize computer hardware (system unit, peripherals, storage media); differentiate system/application software and open source/proprietary software; identify computer threats (natural, malware, human damage), health hazards, and preventive remedies.

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