Communication
E-mails
Instant messaging (IM)
Short text messaging (SMS)
Multi-media service (MSS)
Video conferencing
Blogs or social networking
The cashier in a supermarket scans the barcode of an item that a customer has purchased (input).
The computer finds a match for the barcode, assigns a price to the item, and produces a running total (processing).
To facilitate learning through technology
Fiber optic cables
Java
To protect data and systems from unauthorized access
Streamlining processes and improving patient care
Critical thinking and problem solving