Communication (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE ICT)

Communication Media

What is communication media?

• Communication media describes the tools and channels for sharing of information between a sender and a receiver

• Communication media can be both electronic and physical

Newsletters

• Periodic publications, often used to inform, educate, or entertain subscribers about specific topics

  • Usually distributed through email or as printed copies

  • Suitable for organisations, schools, and clubs to keep members up-to-date

Posters

• Visual presentations that convey information or promote events or products

  • Combine text, images, and graphics to grab attention

Websites

• Online platforms that provide information or services

  • Accessible through the internet using a web browser

  • Useful for businesses, educational institutions, and individuals to share information, sell products, or offer services

Multimedia presentations

• Digital presentations that combine various forms of media, such as text, images, audio, and video

  • Used in education, business, and entertainment to present information in a visually engaging way

Audio & Video

• Sound recordings, such as podcasts, music, and radio shows

  • It can be streamed or downloaded for offline listening

  • Suitable for providing information, entertainment, or educational content

• Moving images with or without sound, used for entertainment, education, or promotional purposes

  • Can be streamed or downloaded for offline viewing

  • Typical platforms include YouTube, Vimeo, and social media websites

Media streaming

• Real-time transmission of audio and video files over the internet

  • Allows users to access content without downloading it to their devices

  • Popular services include Spotify, Netflix, and YouTube

E-Publications

• Digital versions of printed materials, such as eBooks, eMagazines, and eNewspapers

  • It can be read on electronic devices, such as eReaders, tablets, and smartphones

  • Offer benefits like portability, searchability, and adjustable text size

Mobile Communication

What is mobile communication?

• Mobile communication involves transmitting information between people and devices using radio waves

• Smartphones use subscriber identity module (SIM) cards to link the devices to a network carrier, allowing them to make phone calls and send messages

• Smartphones include features such as: