The-Importance-of-Computer-Literacy

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The Importance of Computer
Literacy
A computer literate person should be able to use computers
as everyday problem-solving devices and understand that
computers can greatly influence the quality of life.

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Computing is a concept that
embraces not only the old third
R, arithmetics, but also a new
idea — computer literacy.

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What is Computer Literacy?
Computer literacy is the ability to use computers and related
technology efficiently from elementary use to programming
and solving of advanced problems.

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Business Efficiency
Many companies try to employ computers and information technologies
to improve business efficiency.

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Why It Matters
Computer literacy is important because most companies perform
daily duties in an increasingly digitized manner.

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Employees that are
able to master many
computer programs
are highly desired.

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Developing Computer Literacy
Training & Education
To develop computer literacy or increase skill-sets, basic computer courses and software tutorials are organized.

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Examples of New Literacies
Commonly recognized examples of new literacies include such practices as instant messaging, blogging,
maintaining a website, participating in online social networking spaces, podcasting and videocasting,
photoshopping images and photo sharing, emailing, shopping online, taking part in online discussion,
emailing and using online chat, processing online data, etc.

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