The process of exchanging message between sender and receiver using desired medium is known as communication. Communication done over longer distance is known as tele-communication. If we exchange data and information between several electronic means and media then it is known as data-communication.

Components/Elements of data communication

1. Sender [Source]
2. Receiver [Destination]
3. Medium [Transmission media]
4. Protocol [Rules through which communication is guided]
5. Data [information to be exchange]

Define ICT. Explain its uses.

ICT stands for Information Communication Technology. Due to advancement in technology, there is a drastic improvement in the way of making communication. People are using modern tools and  technology to perform communication. Hence, the implementation of technology in the field of communication can be considered as ICT. For eg, use of internet has revolutionized the way people used to make communication which is possible due to ICT.

Uses/Applications/Implementation of ICT

1. Education: ICT can be use make teaching and learning process effective. We can use modern technologies such as internet, projects to enhance our learning experience.
2. Business: ICT can be used to buy and sell good and services. Technology like e-commerce can help to flourish business.
3. Entertainment: ICT has become huge source of entertainment. We can watch movies, listen music and even play videos using ICT to entertain ourself.
4. Transportation: Modern transport service like trains, aircraft are possible due to ICT. Now a days, it is possible to buy air ticket, train ticket virtually. ICT also have great role in traffic management.
5. Medicine: ICT can be used to diagnose different critical illness which were impossible back in old days.
6. Engineering and design: It has become possible to have beautifully crafted design in every sector whether its in cloths, furniture, houses, structure etc.