1. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License ICT in the Home

2. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License ICT in the Home Embedded Systems The PCEntertainmentCommunicationsSmart Homes ICT has a wide variety of applications in the modern home

3. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Embedded Systems A typical modern home will contain many devices which have embedded (hard-wired) computer systems The system is usually programmed to carry out a set of common tasks Examples: Microwave Oven Washing Machine Video Recorder

4. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Games Advantages Young children can learn Makes learning fun Online games can encourage team work Employment – games designers, programmers etc Disadvantages Addictive Little physical activity- >obesity Can be very violent - >encourages violent behaviour in children Wastes time - >homework, social home life Health problems-> RSI, back ache

5. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License The PC Over 60% of British homes now have a PC and the number is growing: The days of “We only bought it to help with your homework” are long gone! Home computers are now used for a wide variety of different tasks… Click here for 2006 statisticshere

6. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Photography What makes digital images flexible? Share->email Share->mobile phone Share->social networks Can be edited Features in digital editing? Copy part of image Add text Crop Re-size Remove red eye Alter file format Apply filters

7. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License The Home PC - Uses Household accounts can be done on spreadsheets and money management applications Entertainment – many households are replacing the desktop PC with “Media Centres”* A learning tool Allows householders to work from home The Home PC Home shopping/electronic banking Control – the humble PC can control many electronic devices Communication*

8. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Entertainment The entertainment factor is a major selling point for the computer industry Remember ICT does not just refer to desktop PCs: Dedicated games consoles Digital Television MP3 players DVD/Blu Ray Players

9. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License ICT - Entertainment Cost savings – price of legally downloading music/videos vs. traditional delivery methods Digital TV – increased interaction and TV on demand Dedicated games consoles New types of entertainment ENTERTAINMENT Internet as a source of entertainment – Second Life etc. Mobile Phones – music, videos, games on the move! MP3 players Blu Ray / HD DVD

10. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Music – Downloads from the internet Why are downloads music popular? Easy to obtain Only download track wanted (not whole album) Still able to burn on CD for personal use Easy to load on other mobile devices

11. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License What are the problems associated with music downloads? File sharing sites->avoid paying for music People who illegally download music/film are cut off by service providers No physical CD ->cannot resell on e-bay or boot sales

12. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Making Music - MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface MIDI is a PROTOCOL That allows instruments made by different manufacturers to "talk" to one another.

13. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Sequencer – drum machine

14. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Sequencer – music station

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16. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Notator

17. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Sound wave editor:

18. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Communications ICT has revolutionised the range of communication devices people now have access to: Mobile phones, email, IM, voice mail, videoconferencing Can send text, images, sound, videos, file attachments VOIP is making long distance communication cheaper

19. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Email Advantages Fast + explain Quick to write / not formal Cheaper than letter – why? No need to leave the house and find postbox/ buy stamps Can attach files Files can be edited and returned Disadvantages Not everyone has equipment Equipment is quite expensive compared with traditional methods Junk mail Interception / hacking Relies on people checking mail box regularly Older people feel left out

20. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Smart Homes The ultimate goal of domestic technology is the creation of the smart house – a home that runs itself!: Smart homes are “wired” with a wide range of sensors and control devices The house constantly measures its own environment and makes adjustments to maximise the owners comfort Making Life Easier Smart homes have tremendous potential to improve independence and quality of life for the elderly and the disabled

21. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Smart Homes Many aspects of the smart house are already with us – simple heating and lighting controls etc. Truly smart houses will go a bit further… The smart fridge. This will know when food has reached its sell by date or stocks are running low and will automatically re- order supplies The smart toilet!!! This already in development. LinkLink

22. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License ICT in the Home Smart homes for the disabled New methods of social interaction – forums, newsgroups etc. Better and cheaper methods of communication Increased choice – shopping in a global market Convenience e.g. internet banking ICT IN THE HOME Teleworking/school work People are better informed. Is this really true???? Wider choice in entertainment

23. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License ICT in the Home Blurring of the work/leisure distinction. Inability of some people to “switch off” Social isolation – fewer people participating in communal activity Environmental issues – devices left on standby Dependency on embedded systems The “Digital Divide” – gap between the “haves” and “have-nots”  ICT IN THE HOME Parental Concerns! Changes peoples “moral values” e.g. attitudes to downloading music

24. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Online Banking EFTPOS Electronic Funds transfer Point of Sale To transfer money from customers credit or debit card to store’s bank account EFT Allows movement of money from one bank to another (pay bills)

25. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Online Banking Advantages 24/7 No paper statements needed Can import data into spreadsheet for analysis/budgeting No need to ‘go’ to bank Easy and quick to move money (also to other banks) Often better rates on online accounts Disadvantages Hacking to steal money Cannot get cash this way Older people may prefer personal service by conventional banking

26. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Different kinds of card services Credit cards – chip n pin Paypal Nochex Splash plastic (like a top-up card)

27. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Card crimes and prevention Lost and stole credit cards Counterfeit cards Card not present fraud Phishing Identity theft Prevention?

28. FatMax 2007. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 LicenseCreative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 License Summary/Revision Use the your textbook or the Internet to make your OWN notes on ICT in the Home Your notes should cover the benefits/drawbacks of increased use of ICT in key areas Check out this article from the Joseph Rowntree Foundationthis article